Life Through Time: Life in the Cenozoic Era

The video explores the Cenozoic era, highlighting the diversification of mammals and birds. It discusses the cooling of Earth's climate and major glaciations. The evolution of primates and early hominids is covered, leading to the emergence of Homo sapiens. The presence of humans is a small part of Earth's history.

What is the significance of the species Homo sapiens in the context of Earth's history?

How does the existence of humans compare to the overall timeline of life on Earth?