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What differentiates Strepsirrhines from Haplorhines?

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  • The presence of a rhinarium, which is a wet nose found in strepsirrhines but NOT haplorhines
  • Strepsirrhines’ nostrils are comma-shaped and long, and Haplorhines’ nostrils are rounded.
  • Strepsirrhines have a toothcomb which they likely use for grooming.
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What is the difference between the Hominoidae and Hominidae?

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Hominoidae is a larger group than Hominidae, which includes Orangutans, Gibbons, Gorillas, Chimps, Bonobos, and Humans. Hominidae does not include Gibbons.