The Family Hominidae, also known as the great apes, includes humans, chimpanzees, gorillas, and orangutans. Members are large, intelligent primates with advanced cognitive abilities, complex social behaviors, and highly flexible hands for grasping and tool use. They are mostly arboreal or semi-terrestrial, with long lifespans and extended parental care. Hominids are omnivorous, with diets varying from fruits and leaves to occasional meat. Humans (Homo sapiens) are the only fully bipedal members, while other hominids exhibit a combination of knuckle-walking and climbing adaptations. This family is critical for understanding evolution, behavior, and the origins of human traits.