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Skeleton of an extinct pterodactyl, Pterodactylus
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Skeleton of an extinct pterodactyl, Pterodactylus
Skeleton of an extinct pterodactyl, Pterodactylus. Lithograph by St. Schillinger from Lorenz Okens Universal Natural History, Allgemeine Naturgeschichte fur alle Stande, Stuttgart, 1839
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Alle Allgemeine Dinosaur Extinct Fossil Lorenz Naturgeschichte Oken Paleontology Pterodactyl Pterodactylus Skeleton Stände Universal Schillinger
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This lithograph depicts the skeletal remains of the extinct pterodactyl, specifically identified as Pterodactylus, as illustrated in Lorenz Oken's Universal Natural History published in Stuttgart, Germany, in 1839. The image was created by St. Schillinger. Pterodactylus is considered one of the earliest known members of the Pterosauria order, a group of flying reptiles that lived during the Mesozoic Era. With a wingspan estimated to reach up to 12 feet, Pterodactylus is believed to have been a formidable flyer that soared the prehistoric skies. Its skeletal structure reveals adaptations for flight, including an elongated fourth finger on each wing, which served as a support for the membranous wings. The discovery of Pterodactylus fossils has provided invaluable insights into the evolution of flying vertebrates and the development of avian flight. This intricately detailed lithograph offers a glimpse into the fascinating world of paleontology and the wonders of the prehistoric past.
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