Described today in Scientific Reports, the newly found pterosaur is roughly 96 million years old, based on previously reported ages of the rock formation thought to entomb the creature’s bones.

Prehistoric ‘tigers’ — that could crush bones of prey — found in Australia. See them By Irene Wright. September 10, 2024 1:57 PM.

At about 209 million years old, this is now believed to be the earliest pterosaur to be found in North America. "The bones of Triassic pterosaurs are small, thin, and often hollow, so they get ...

Prehistoric ‘tigers’ — that could crush bones of prey — found in Australia. See them By Irene Wright. September 10, 2024 12:57 PM.

The pterosaur jaw is just one part of a collection of fossils found at the same site, including bones, teeth, fish scales and even fossilised poo (also known as coprolites).

Prehistoric ‘tigers’ — that could crush bones of prey — found in Australia. See them By Irene Wright. September 10, 2024 10:57 AM.

Prehistoric ‘tigers’ — that could crush bones of prey — found in Australia. See them By Irene Wright. September 10, 2024 10:57 AM.

Paleontologists have discovered the fossilized remains of a pterosaur from 76 million years ago—bearing a bite mark from an ancient relative of the crocodile.. The flying reptile, represented by ...

Prehistoric ‘tigers’ — that could crush bones of prey — found in Australia. See them By Irene Wright. September 10, 2024 1:57 PM.

Prehistoric ‘tigers’ — that could crush bones of prey — found in Australia. See them By Irene Wright. September 10, 2024 12:57 PM.