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Pterodactyl
The Pterodactylus, an agile flyer of the Jurassic skies, boasted a wingspan ideal for coastal hunting. With its toothy beak and aerodynamic form, it thrived in ancient seascapes, capturing fish with precision. This early pterosaur exemplifies the evolutionary marvels of prehistoric ecosystems.
25 years
Lifespan
907.0 - 4540.0 g
Weight
Length: 1.03632 m; Height: 1.067 m
Size
Brown, Ginger
Color
2 years
Age of Sexual Maturity
Low
Aggression
Characteristics
Pterodactylus, a genus of pterosaurs, lived during the late Jurassic period. It had a wingspan of about 1.5 meters, lightweight bones, and a long, narrow skull with numerous teeth, making it adept at catching fish. Fossils suggest it lived in coastal regions.
Distribution Range of the Pterodactyl
Pterodactylus lived during the Late Jurassic period approximately 150 million years ago and is primarily found in Europe. Fossil evidence indicates that it was prevalent in what is now Germany, particularly in the Solnhofen limestone formations.
Pterodactyl's Habitat
Environmental Conditions
Pterodactylus inhabited coastal and lagoon environments with warm, tropical climates typical of the Late Jurassic period. The Solnhofen area was characterized by shallow marine environments with calm waters, which supported a diverse marine ecosystem.
Ecological Niche
Pterodactylus was a small pterosaur that likely occupied a niche as a piscivore or insectivore, feeding on fish and possibly insects. Its anatomical features, such as a long, narrow beak and lightweight body, suggest it was adapted for flight and hunting over water.
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