Papio Lamia Foetidus
19" x 24"
water color on paper
This early primate roamed the swamps along the Potomac River in North America around five million years ago. Although similar to a modern baboon in appearance, it had noticeable skeletal differences. Its jaw had a small circular funnel like protrusion that is believed to have been attached or inserted into its prey for the removal and consumption of blood or soft internal organs. Unusual pockets in the pelvis probably held defensive excretions evidenced in modern skunks, hence the name Papio Lamia Foetidus or stinking vampire baboon.
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