Pterosaurus Collection

Pterodactyls considered as marsupial bats
Pterodactylus crassirostris above P. brevirostris. Plate from Note on the Pterodactyle Tribe... Paper in The Zoologist, Vol 1, 1843 by Edward Newman

Scleromochlus were bipedal reptiles that grew to around 3 feet long. They lived around 200 million years during the end of the Triassic period. Illustration by Neave Parker

Pterodactyl
Drawing of a Pterodactyl, an extinct flying reptile that lived during the Mesozoic era from around 251 millon years ago to 65 million years ago during the time of the K-T extinction

Pteranodon was a giant flying reptile which lived during the Cretaceous period around 85 to 75 million years ago

Pen & ink sketch of pterodactyl
Original artwork by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, donated by his granddaughter Mary Hawkins

Titanopteryx pterosaur, wing bone fossils C016 / 5069
Titanopteryx philadelphiae pterosaur, wing bone fossils. The two fossils at top are are fragments of bones forming the elbow joint of this winged reptile

Dimorphodon macronyx, pterosaur fossil C016 / 5031
Dimorphodon macronyx, pterosaur fossil. This specimen shows the skull and lower jaw of this giant flying reptile (pterosaur) that lived during the Lower Jurassic period

Titanopteryx philadelphiae wing bones
From a pterodactyloid pterosaur from the late Cretaceous in Jordan. Upper bones are fragments of the elbow joint. The lower from a finger bone which formed a wing support

Rhamphorynchus longiceps
A fossil Jurassic pterosaur from the Lithographic Stone, Eichstatt, Germany

Jurassic seascape
Artists impression of a Jurassic sea with Ichthyosaur, Plesiosaur and Pterosaur. The Jurassic period was 205-144 million years ago

Pterodactyl kochi

Dimorphodon macronyx
The fossil skull and lower jaw belonging to Dimorphodon macronyx. It was a giant flying reptile, or Pterosaur that lived during the Lower Jurassic period

Rhamphorhynchus
A model of the Rhamphorhynchus, a Pterosaur, an extinct giant flying reptile. They lived around 150 million years ago during the Jurassic period

Jurassic rock strata
Jurassic fossil bearing cliffs. Crumbling rock strata in part of the cliffs between Lyme Regis and Charmouth, Dorset. Known as The Spittles and Black Ven

Mesozoic reptiles, artwork
Mesozoic reptiles. Artwork of some of the dinosuars and flying and marine reptiles that inhabited the Earth during the Mesozoic Era (251 to 65 million years ago)

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"Pterosaurs: Unveiling the Ancient Skies" Step into the prehistoric world and meet the incredible pterosaurs, a group of flying reptiles that ruled the skies millions of years ago. Among them, Scleromochlus stands out as an early ancestor, paving the way for magnificent creatures like Pterodactyls and Pteranodons. Often compared to marsupial bats due to their unique wing structure, Pterodactyls were true marvels of evolution. With their elongated wingspan and sharp beaks, they soared through ancient landscapes with grace and power. A pen & ink sketch captures their essence perfectly, showcasing their intricate details. Speaking of sketches, another masterpiece reveals the majestic presence of a Pteranodon. Its impressive size and distinctive crest make it one of the most recognizable pterosaurs in history. Fossil discoveries such as Titanopteryx's wing bones (C016 / 5069) or Dimorphodon macronyx's remains (C016 / 5031) provide valuable insights into these remarkable creatures' anatomy. The Titanopteryx philadelphiae further expands our knowledge about pterosaur diversity. Its wing bones offer clues about its flight capabilities and lifestyle in ancient ecosystems. Meanwhile, Rhamphorynchus longiceps showcases yet another variation within this fascinating group. As we delve deeper into paleontological research, each new discovery brings us closer to understanding these enigmatic beings who once dominated Earth's skies. The legacy left by pterosaurs like Pteranodon continues to captivate our imagination while shedding light on Earth's rich evolutionary history. So next time you gaze up at birds soaring above or admire bats gliding through twilight hours, remember that long before them existed an extraordinary lineage known as pterosaurs – masters of flight from a distant era now immortalized in fossils and scientific exploration.