A newly discovered species of crocodile has been identified as a predator of early human ancestors in Ethiopia. This giant crocodile, nicknamed "Lucy's hunter," is believed to have inhabited the region when the species of Lucy, a famous early human ancestor, roamed the Earth. The presence of this massive predator in the ecosystem likely made it a significant threat to early human relatives, potentially leading to encounters and interactions between humans and the crocodile.

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