Paul, Gregory S.
The Princeton Field Guide to Pterosaurs (Princeton Field Guides)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691180175
- author:
- Paul, Gregory S.
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 184
- Dimensions:
- 28.5 x 22.1 x 2 centimetres (1.1
- Genre:
- Science, Nature, Dinosaurs,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Princeton Field Guide to Pterosaurs by Gregory S. Paul is an authoritative illustrated guide to these fascinating flying reptiles that dominated the skies for 160 million years. Covering 115 species, it features stunning illustrations of pterosaurs ranging from small swallows to large sailplanes, showcasing their incredible diversity. This comprehensive guide transforms our understanding of pterosaurs, exploring their anatomy, physiology, locomotion, reproduction, growth, and extinction over 160 million years of the Mesozoic era. It also challenges common perceptions of big pterosaurs as ultralights, revealing their surprising power and agility. With detailed species accounts, original skeletal drawings, and full-color life studies, this guide provides a wealth of information on pterosaur biology and paleontology, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in these incredible creatures.
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