This timeline is based on studies from paleontology, developmental biology, morphology and from anatomical and genetic data. The study of human evolution is a major component of anthropology.

Modern humans first appeared only 200,000 years ago. Vocativ Vocativ created this graphic showing how the fossil has changed what we know about the timeline of the origin of humankind.

Two studies shed light on when that occurred — and when ancient humans left Africa. IE 11 is not supported. ... Research clarifies timeline of human evolution.