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Fossils reveal that some pterosaurs soared like vultures, while others flapped their wings

(CNN) — Well-preserved fossils of ancient large reptiles called pterosaurs have revealed that some species flew by flapping their wings, while others soared like vultures, according to a new study.
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'Some pterosaurs would flap, others would soar' -- new study further confirms the flight capability of these giants of the skies

Inabtanin is one of the most complete pterosaurs ever recovered from Afro-Arabia, and the CT scans revealed the structure of its flight bones was completely different from that of Arambourgiania. The ...
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‘Remarkable’ fossils offer clues to perplexing pterosaur question

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Among the many hot debates in paleontology is just how winged ...
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‘Some pterosaurs would flap, others would soar’ – new study further confirms the flight capability of these giants of the skies

Some species of pterosaurs flew by flapping their wings while others soared like vultures, demonstrates a new study published in the peer-reviewed Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology. It has long been ...