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Feathered fossil shows famed dinosaur could fly (like a chicken)

Last updated: May 14, 2025 2:37 pm
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“But it is the first dinosaur-like animal to have wings with the necessary components for flight,” he added.

The study of the Chicago Archaeopteryx has shed new light on this ancient creature’s anatomy and behavior. The detailed examination of the fossil set has provided valuable insights into how Archaeopteryx managed to fly, a question that has puzzled scientists for years.

One of the key findings of the study is the presence of tertial feathers on Archaeopteryx’s long upper arms. These feathers played a crucial role in enabling the creature to take to the air, providing lift and stability during flight. The presence of these feathers sets Archaeopteryx apart from its dinosaur relatives, who lacked the necessary adaptations for flight.

In addition to its wings, the Chicago specimen has also revealed new details about Archaeopteryx’s feet, hands, head, and wing feathers. These features have provided valuable insights into the evolution of birds and the development of specialized adaptations for different ecological niches.

The study also utilized CT scanning and UV lighting to distinguish between fossilized remains and surrounding rock matrix, allowing researchers to uncover hidden details and soft tissues that would have otherwise been missed. These techniques have helped paleontologists better understand the anatomy and behavior of Archaeopteryx.

Overall, the study of the Chicago Archaeopteryx has provided a wealth of new information about this iconic creature and its place in the evolutionary history of birds. By unraveling the mysteries of Archaeopteryx’s anatomy and behavior, scientists are gaining a deeper understanding of the origins of modern birds and the evolutionary pathways that led to their diverse adaptations.” A recent discovery in the world of paleontology has shed new light on the evolution of dinosaurs and their ability to fly. Scientists have uncovered what they believe to be the earliest known dinosaur capable of using its feathers for flight.

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This groundbreaking finding challenges previous assumptions about the development of flight in dinosaurs. The newly discovered species, which has been named Archaeopteryx, is believed to have lived around 150 million years ago during the Jurassic period.

Archaeopteryx is a small, bird-like dinosaur with feathers that closely resemble those of modern birds. These feathers are thought to have allowed the dinosaur to glide and potentially even achieve powered flight. This suggests that the ability to fly may have evolved much earlier in dinosaurs than previously thought.

The discovery of Archaeopteryx has sparked excitement among paleontologists and evolutionary biologists. It provides valuable insights into the evolutionary history of flight in dinosaurs and sheds light on the transition from land-dwelling creatures to the birds we see today.

Further research is underway to study the fossilized remains of Archaeopteryx in more detail. Scientists hope to learn more about how this remarkable dinosaur used its feathers for flight and how this ability influenced its behavior and survival in its prehistoric environment.

Overall, the discovery of Archaeopteryx is a significant milestone in our understanding of dinosaur evolution and the origins of flight in birds. It highlights the remarkable diversity of these ancient creatures and the fascinating ways in which they adapted to their environments over millions of years.

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