Illustration representing Great Apes (Hominidae)
Family

Hominidae

Great Apes

8 species in this taxon

Great Apes (Hominidae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 4 genuss with 8 known species. This includes the genus groups Gorillas, Homo, Chimpanzees, and Orangutans. Among its members, 7 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). Well-known representatives include gorilla. It belongs to Primates (Primates).

Child Taxa