From which monkeys did the evolutionary branch leading to man originate? List the signs inherent in Dryopithecus.

Driopithecus is a genus of extinct anthropomorphic primates known from a number of remains found in East Africa and Eurasia. Lived during the Miocene, about 12 – 9 million years ago. This genus probably includes the common ancestor of gorillas, chimpanzees and humans. Growth 60 cm, lived in trees, ate fruits, had long forelimbs, possibly had the ability to walk upright.