Witton, Mark P.
Pterosaurs: Natural History, Evolution, Anatomy
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691150611
- author:
- Witton, Mark P.
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 22.4 x 2.5 x 27.9 centimetres (1
- Genre:
- Nature, Reptiles & Amphibians
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Pterosaurs: Natural History, Evolution, Anatomy
For 150 million years, the skies were dominated by flying reptiles, including pterodactyls, which co-existed with nonavian dinosaurs until their extinction 65 million years ago. This book presents the latest findings on the anatomy, ecology, and extinction of these fascinating creatures.
With over 200 stunning illustrations, including original paintings by Mark Witton, this comprehensive guide covers more than 130 species of pterosaur, exploring their discovery history, paleobiogeography, anatomy, behaviors, diversity, and demise at the end of the Mesozoic era.
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