As a result of the Kenyanthropus discovery in 1999, the place of afarensis in human ancestry has been and will be debated between the taxonomic "splitters" and "lumpers."

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The discovery of Kenyanthropus has added another species to the debate around afarensis' place in human ancestry, which has caused continued discussion and disagreement between those who believe in more distinct taxonomic categories ("splitters") and those who prefer broader categories ("lumpers").

As a Result of the Kenyanthropus Discovery in 1999, the Place