The Pterosauria
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The Pterosauria
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Author : David Martill
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2016-02-01
The Pterosauria written by David Martill and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-02-01 with Science categories.
Pterosaurs are the earliest vertebrates known to have evolved powered flight. This core reference work summarises state-of-the-art research on pterosaur taxonomy, phylogeny and evolutionary history, as well as recent advances in our understanding of pterosaur diversity and the distribution of these creatures. Compiled by a team of more than 20 experts from 8 different countries, this work provides the most extensive account yet written of pterosaur systematics. Highlights include detailed reviews of the geology and palaeontology of principal pterosaur localities; comprehensive accounts of pterosaur biogeography and preservation; detailed systematic reviews of the more than 130 species of pterosaur described so far; and the first detailed account of pterosaur evolution to include important new finds such as Darwinopterus. Illustrated with unique line drawings and photographs, The Pterosauria is a one-stop resource for academics, students of palaeontology, geology and biology, and amateur enthusiasts interested in these flying reptiles.
The Morphometric And Flight Characteristics Of The Pterosauria
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language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1991
The Morphometric And Flight Characteristics Of The Pterosauria written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991 with categories.
Systematics Of The Pterosauria
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Author : Brian Blake Andres
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2010
Systematics Of The Pterosauria written by Brian Blake Andres and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with categories.
Pterosaurs
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Author : Mark P. Witton
language : en
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Release Date : 2013-06-23
Pterosaurs written by Mark P. Witton and has been published by Princeton University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-06-23 with Science categories.
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
Once Upon A Time Peter The Pterosaur
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Author : Gloria Whalan
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2013
Once Upon A Time Peter The Pterosaur written by Gloria Whalan and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013 with Pterosauria categories.
Evolution And Palaeobiology Of Pterosaurs
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Author : Eric Buffetaut
language : en
Publisher: Geological Society of London
Release Date : 2003
Evolution And Palaeobiology Of Pterosaurs written by Eric Buffetaut and has been published by Geological Society of London this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Nature categories.
Pterosaurs were a peculiar group of Mesozoic vertebrates, which acquired the ability to fly in an original way, using a membrane attached to a single finger of the hand. Ever since the first description of a pterosaur skeleton in 1784, these remarkable animals have elicited much discussion and controversy among palaeontologists, and many basic questions about their origin, evolution and biology remain disputed. In the last few years, interest in pterosaurs has been revived by numerous discoveries of new and sometimes remarkably preserved specimens, which have enlarged and changed our picture of this group. The volume begins with descriptions of several new pterosaurs from the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous of Europe, North and South America, and Africa. Following this, alternative hypotheses of pterosaur phytogeny and evolution are put forward. Several papers discuss the functional anatomy of pterosaurs and its implications for aerial locomotion. The study of pterosaur footprints provides important new evidence concerning their terrestrial locomotion, and this approach is used in several contributions. A developing aspect of pterosaur research is bone histology, as shown by the final papers in this collection.
Pterosaurs
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Author : Susan Heinrichs Gray
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2005
Pterosaurs written by Susan Heinrichs Gray and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Pterosauria categories.
Presents a variety of information about the pterosaur, the history of its discovery, and the mysteries of its ancient world.
Soar
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Author : Tom Conklin
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2006
Soar written by Tom Conklin and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
New Perspectives On Pterosaur Palaeobiology
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Author : D.W.E. Hone
language : en
Publisher: Geological Society of London
Release Date : 2018-01-18
New Perspectives On Pterosaur Palaeobiology written by D.W.E. Hone and has been published by Geological Society of London this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-01-18 with Science categories.
Pterosaurs, the first vertebrates to evolve powered flight, are undergoing a long-running scientific renaissance that has seen sustained, and even elevated interest, from several generations of palaeontologists. These incredible reptiles are known from every continent, flew the Mesozoic skies for at least 160 million years, diversified into more than a dozen major clades and well over 100 species, and included the largest flying animals of all time. This volume brings together leading pterosaur researchers from around the globe to discuss new and cutting-edge research into various aspects of pterosaur palaeobiology and presents diverse papers to deliver new insights on flying reptile palaeoecology, flight, ontogeny, skeletal and soft-tissue anatomy, temporal and spatial distribution and evolution, as well as revisions of their taxonomy and interrelationships.
Cope S Rule In The Pterosauria And Differing Perception Of Cope S Rule At Different Taxonomic Levels
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