JOURNAL ARTICLE

A goliath pterosaur finally has an identity.

  • Published In: Science News, 2025, v. 207, n. 3. P. 20 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: BUEHLER, JAKE 3 of 3

Abstract

Researchers have identified a large pterosaur fossil as belonging to the species Rhamphorhynchus muensteri, challenging previous assumptions of it being a distinct species. The fossil, with an eagle-like wingspan of 1.8 meters, represents a superlative for this species, shedding light on how some extinct fliers developed over their lives. The fossil's unique teeth suggest a potential shift in diet to include more terrestrial prey, sparking debate among paleontologists about the creature's feeding habits. This discovery contributes to a better understanding of pterosaur growth and biology, highlighting the ongoing research in paleontology. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Science News. 2025/03, Vol. 207, Issue 3, p20
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Anthropology
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0036-8423
  • Accession Number:182998772
  • Copyright Statement:Copyright of Science News is the property of Society for Science & the Public and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)

Looking to go deeper into this topic? Look for more articles on EBSCOhost.