Why did some aboreal apes go extinct while others survived?

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Why did aboreal apes like Proconsul die out; whereas some terrestrial apes made it?
 
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Late miocene climate change thinned out the forests, so favouring ground apes. That's the usual explanation.
 
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Another theory is that they began to directly compete for resources with the first early monkeys. The arboreal ape species alive today (orangutans, gibbons, chimps) are able to reach fruit and leaves in trees that most monkeys cannot because of the different ways they move.
 

What is the theory behind why some aboreal apes went extinct while others survived?

The most widely accepted theory is that environmental changes, such as climate change or competition for resources, played a significant role in the extinction of some aboreal apes. These changes may have made it difficult for certain species to adapt and survive.

Which aboreal apes went extinct and which ones survived?

Some of the aboreal apes that went extinct include the Gigantopithecus, Proconsul, and Dryopithecus. Examples of surviving aboreal apes include the orangutan, gibbon, and chimpanzee.

What were the main differences between the aboreal apes that went extinct and the ones that survived?

The aboreal apes that went extinct were generally larger in size and had more specialized diets and habitats. In contrast, the surviving aboreal apes were smaller and more adaptable to different environments and food sources.

Did human activity play a role in the extinction of some aboreal apes?

There is evidence that human activity, such as hunting and habitat destruction, contributed to the extinction of some aboreal apes. However, it is likely that environmental changes were the primary cause of their extinction.

Could the extinction of aboreal apes have been prevented?

It is impossible to say for certain if the extinction of some aboreal apes could have been prevented. However, efforts to conserve and protect the remaining aboreal apes are crucial in ensuring their survival for future generations.

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