The supraorbital ridge is a bony prominence located above the eye sockets, or orbits, in the skull. It serves as an attachment point for facial muscles and provides structural support to the forehead. This ridge is more pronounced in some species, including primates and hominins, indicating differences in facial structure and function. In humans, the supraorbital ridge is less prominent than in our ancestors, reflecting evolutionary changes in skull shape. It plays a role in protecting the eyes and is involved in the overall aesthetics of the face. Variations in its size can also be linked to sexual dimorphism in human populations.