Prehistoric Flying Reptiles

Author : A. J. Veldmeijer
Publisher : Sidestone Press
ISBN 13 : 9088900930
Total Pages : 138 pages
Book Rating : 4.38/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pterosaurs written by A. J. Veldmeijer and published by Sidestone Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pterosaurs or flying reptiles were the first vertebrates to evolve flight. These distant relatives of modern reptiles and dinosaurs lived from the Late Triassic (over 200 million years ago) to the end of the Cretaceous (about 65 million years ago) a span of some 135 million years. When they became extinct, no relatives survived them and as a result these prehistoric animals cannot readily be compared with our modern-day fauna. So what do we know of these highly succsessful animals? The present summary answers this and many more questions based on the most recent results of modern scientific research. After a short introduction to palaeontology as a science and its history related to pterosaurs, it explains what pterosaurs were, when and where they lived, and what they looked like. Topics such as disease, injury and reproduction are also discussed. Separated from this text are 'Mark explains' boxes. Each of these explanations puts one specific species in the spotlight and focuses on its lifestyle. They show how diverse pterosaurs were, from small insectivorous animals with a wingspan of nearly 40 centimetres to the biggest flying animals ever to take to the air, with wingspans of over 10 metres and with a way of life comparable to modern-day storks. The text is illustrated with many full colour photographs and beautiful palaeo-art prepared by experts in the field.

Author : Thom Holmes
Publisher : Enslow Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780766020726
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Prehistoric Flying Reptiles written by Thom Holmes and published by Enslow Publishing. This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides a glimpse into the lives of the flying reptiles, explaining what they were, what they looked like, where they lived, and explores the latest discoveries from paleontologists.

Author : Mark P. Witton
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 1400847656
Total Pages : 305 pages
Book Rating : 4.55/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pterosaurs written by Mark P. Witton and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2013-06-23 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most authoritative illustrated book on flying reptiles available For 150 million years, the skies didn't belong to birds—they belonged to the pterosaurs. These flying reptiles, which include the pterodactyls, shared the world with the nonavian dinosaurs until their extinction 65 million years ago. Some pterosaurs, such as the giant azhdarchids, were the largest flying animals of all time, with wingspans exceeding thirty feet and standing heights comparable to modern giraffes. This richly illustrated book takes an unprecedented look at these astonishing creatures, presenting the latest findings on their anatomy, ecology, and extinction. Pterosaurs features some 200 stunning illustrations, including original paintings by Mark Witton and photos of rarely seen fossils. After decades of mystery, paleontologists have finally begun to understand how pterosaurs are related to other reptiles, how they functioned as living animals, and, despite dwarfing all other flying animals, how they managed to become airborne. Here you can explore the fossil evidence of pterosaur behavior and ecology, learn about the skeletal and soft-tissue anatomy of pterosaurs, and consider the newest theories about their cryptic origins. This one-of-a-kind book covers the discovery history, paleobiogeography, anatomy, and behaviors of more than 130 species of pterosaur, and also discusses their demise at the end of the Mesozoic. The most comprehensive book on pterosaurs ever published Features some 200 illustrations, including original paintings by the author Covers every known species and major group of pterosaurs Describes pterosaur anatomy, ecology, behaviors, diversity, and more Encourages further study with 500 references to primary pterosaur literature

Author : David Eldridge
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780893752415
Total Pages : 36 pages
Book Rating : 4.1X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Flying Dragons written by David Eldridge and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Text and illustrations describe the flying reptiles that inhabited the earth over 200 million years ago.

Author : David West
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN 13 : 1508190372
Total Pages : 26 pages
Book Rating : 4.70/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Prehistoric Flying Reptiles written by David West and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this volume, readers set their eyes to the sky to learn about prehistoric flying reptiles. This book introduces readers to these freaky fliers such as Pterodactylus, Anhanuera, and Dorygnathus, some of which resemble birds that we might find in our world today. Readers will discover fun facts about the anatomy, diet, and behavior of each dinosaur, while learning about their amazing flying abilities. Each dinosaur is described through engaging text and pictures that bring them to life. This book is sure to make readers’ imaginations soar.

Author : Keith Moseley
Publisher : HarperCollins
ISBN 13 : 9780001944084
Total Pages : 10 pages
Book Rating : 4.88/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pterosaurs written by Keith Moseley and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 1988 with total page 10 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A pop up picture book all about dinosaurs.

Author : Clare Hibbert
Publisher : Enslow Publishing, LLC
ISBN 13 : 076609992X
Total Pages : 34 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sea Creatures and Flying Reptiles written by Clare Hibbert and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2018-07-15 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While often confused as dinosaurs, prehistoric reptiles that could fly (pterosaurs) and swim (plesiosaurs) are distinct from land-dwelling dinosaurs. This book highlights the unique characteristics of these flying and sea-dwelling creatures, demonstrating the diversity and adaptability of prehistoric reptiles. Scientists have learned how the structure of pterosaurs' wings allowed them to take flight and how some plesiosaurs came ashore to lay eggs while others gave birth to live young. Colorful images and fun facts will fascinate young readers.

Author : Harry Govier Seeley
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 282 pages
Book Rating : 4.48/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Dragons of the Air written by Harry Govier Seeley and published by . This book was released on 1901 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Caroline Arnold
Publisher : StarWalk Kids Media
ISBN 13 : 1630834122
Total Pages : 44 pages
Book Rating : 4.28/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pterosaurs written by Caroline Arnold and published by StarWalk Kids Media. This book was released on 2014-06-30 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One hundred million years ago, the skies were filled with enormous flying reptiles. With wings spans up to nearly forty feet, pterosaurs were the dominant life form on earth.

Author : Alex Woolf
Publisher : Franklin Watts
ISBN 13 : 9780531269008
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.00/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Science of Flying Reptiles written by Alex Woolf and published by Franklin Watts. This book was released on 2017-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While the dinosaurs roamed the Earth, another species ruled the skies. These were the pterosaurs. They werent birds, but flying reptiles. They were expert flyers, swooping, soaring, and gliding through prehistoric skies. They were magnificent hunters, too, diving for fish, snapping up insects in the air, or dining on baby dinosaurs. In this book readers will discover all about these awesome creatures, how they lived, how they hunted, and why they eventually died out.