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Comparative cranial anatomy of Homo sapiens and Canis lupus familiaris: morphological, functional, and educational perspectives with a glance to biodiversity

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Cranial morphology reflects a species’ evolutionary history, functional adaptations, and environmental interactions. This comparative anatomical study examines the key structural differences between the cranium of humans (Homo sapiens) and that of domestic dogs (Canis lupus familiaris). Through a multi-level analysis encompassing gross anatomy, comparative anatomy, and anthropological implications, we highlight how evolutionary divergence, bipedalism, olfactory function, diet, and domestication have shaped the skulls of these two species. The findings underline the relevance of interspecies cranial comparisons for understanding human evolution, craniofacial development, and the broader patterns of mammalian biodiversity.

Source: Journal of Biological Research - Bollettino della Società Italiana di Biologia Sperimentale

DOI: 10.4081/jbr.2025.14218