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Ancient Bite Mark Reveals Predator-Prey Drama in Pterosaur

1/24/2025

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A remarkable discovery in Alberta reveals a crocodilian bite mark on a 76-million-year-old juvenile pterosaur vertebra, shedding light on ancient ecosystems. This rare evidence hints at the fierce interactions between massive azhdarchid pterosaurs and their predators, captivating paleontologists and enriching our understanding of prehistoric life. The findings were published in the Journal of Paleontology.

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A remarkable discovery in Alberta reveals a crocodilian bite mark on a 76-million-year-old juvenile pterosaur vertebra, shedding light on ancient ecosystems. This rare evidence hints at the fierce interactions between massive azhdarchid pterosaurs and their predators, captivating paleontologists and enriching our understanding of prehistoric life. The findings were published in the Journal of Paleontology.