Becoming human.

The article explores the question of what it means to be human and when humans emerged as a distinct species. It discusses the historical search for the moment when our ancestors transitioned to become human and the significance of two important fossil discoveries: the Taung Child and Lucy. However, recent discoveries and research have complicated our understanding of human evolution, blurring the line between Australopithecus and Homo. The article presents different perspectives on defining "human" based on behavior and ancestry, highlighting the ongoing debate and the philosophical nature of the question. [Extracted from the article]