Pterosaurs were not just masters of the sky, they also spent time on land.
In short: While pterosaurs are famous for dominating Mesozoic skies, they did not spend their entire lives airborne. This video examines how paleontologists determined that these creatures also navigated terrestrial environments and what their behavior was like when they were grounded.
The video explores the transition of pterosaurs from flight to terrestrial movement, challenging the common perception that these reptiles were exclusively aerial. By analyzing fossil evidence, researchers have pieced together how these animals functioned when they were not in the air.
The featured fossils originate from territories traditionally held by the Ute, Pueblo, and Diné Bikéyah peoples. The production acknowledges the ongoing connection these Indigenous groups maintain with the land and the paleontological resources found within it.
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