Review of: New insights into the ontogeny of Paranthropus boisei offered by a juvenile maxilla from the Shungura formation (Ethiopia). Round#1/Reviewer#1

Key Points

• The aim is to explore the developmental processes of Paranthropus boisei, focusing on a juvenile specimen.
• Review of findings related to the juvenile maxilla
• Analysis of morphological features
• Comparison with other hominin specimens
• New insights into developmental stages of Paranthropus boisei are presented.
• The juvenile maxilla shows distinct physical traits significant for understanding maturation.
• Comparison indicates differences with adult specimens, enhancing knowledge of growth patterns.