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Fossil vomit contains new species of pterosaur from Brazil: Filter-feeding flying reptile was likely devoured by a dinosaur during the early Cretaceous.

  • Published In: Sciencemag.org, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Tamisiea, Jack 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the discovery of a new species of pterosaur, named Bakiribu waridza, which was identified from fossilized vomit, or regurgitalite, found in Brazil. This pterosaur, characterized by its bristlelike teeth adapted for filter-feeding on small aquatic animals, represents the first instance of an animal being described based on remains found in fossilized vomit. The name "Bakiribu waridza" is derived from the Indigenous Kariri language, reflecting the cultural significance of the region where the fossil was unearthed. Researchers speculate that a spinosaur dinosaur likely consumed the pterosaurs before regurgitating them, highlighting the predatory interactions of the early Cretaceous period. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Sciencemag.org. 2025/11, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Zoology
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:189291625
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