👉 The term "hominids" refers to a group of theropod dinosaurs that lived during the Cretaceous period, approximately 68-66 million years ago. The hominids were a group of large, herbivorous mammals that lived in North and South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. They were characterized by their long necks, large brains, and sharp teeth, which allowed them to hunt meat for food. Some examples of hominid species include the