chimpanzee vs. human facial expressions, part I

Chimpanzee orbicularis ocuil + brow ridge anatomy diagram

Chimpanzees and humans have many things in common when it comes to facial expressions and facial structure; however, they also have many significant differences! Below is a series of imagery focusing on an action affected by the prominent brow ridge seen in chimpanzees: cheek raiser – an orbicularis oculi (orbital portion) action. Observe the key differences and similarities.

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