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Evolution of Flight
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Archaeopteryx
Transitional fossil between dinosaurs and birds, first known bird.
Pterosaurs
First vertebrates to evolve true powered flight.
Microraptor
Small dinosaur with feathered wings on arms and legs, glide capability.
Confuciusornis
Primitive bird with a beak and a toothless skull.
Pteranodon
Large pterosaur with a crest on its head and toothless beak.
Argentavis
One of the largest flying birds, adapted for soaring.
Icaronycteris
Earliest known bat, fully capable of powered flight.
Anchiornis
Small feathered dinosaur, likely capable of powered flight or gliding.
Rahonavis
Possible ability to fly or be an adept climber due to its anatomy.
Quetzalcoatlus
One of the largest known flying animals ever, a giant pterosaur.
Sharovipteryx
Gliding reptile with membrane wings supported by hind limbs.
Sordes
Small pterosaur with a furry body, also showcases flight adaptations.
Nyctosaurus
Pterosaur with an extravagant crest and adaptations for flight.
Sinornithosaurus
Feathered dromaeosaurid dinosaur, could suggest gliding or limited flight.
Pelagornis
Giant seabird with bony projections on beak and wings adapted for dynamic soaring.
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