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Archaeopteryx [Berlin specimen]
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Archaeopteryx [Berlin specimen]
Cast of the Archaeopteryx fossil specimen held at the Berlin Natural History Museum. It shows clearly the spread-out wings and long clased fingers. Archaeopteryx is the earliest known bird from the Upper Jurassic
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This cast of the Archaeopteryx fossil specimen, held at the Berlin Natural History Museum, offers a glimpse into the ancient world of feathered dinosaurs. Archaeopteryx, meaning "ancient winged one," is recognized as the earliest known bird, hailing from the Upper Jurassic period around 150 million years ago. The well-preserved fossil showcases the bird's distinctive features, including its spread-out wings and long, clawed fingers, which were once believed to be remnants of reptilian ancestry. Archaeopteryx was a small, carnivorous, bipedal creature, measuring approximately 48 centimeters in length. Its wingspan was estimated to be around 46 centimeters. This enigmatic creature is considered a transitional form between dinosaurs and birds, belonging to the Coelurosauria, a group of theropod dinosaurs. Archaeopteryx is classified under the Aves, the group that includes all modern birds, as well as the Archosauria, a diverse group that includes both dinosaurs and their descendants, the crocodilians. The discovery of Archaeopteryx in the late 1800s challenged the prevailing scientific understanding of the origins of birds, and it remains an iconic symbol of the fascinating connection between dinosaurs and modern avian life. This cast serves as a testament to the rich history of avian evolution and the ongoing fascination with the natural world.
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