Download or read book Flying Reptiles in the Age of Dinosaurs written by John Kaufmann and published by William Morrow & Company. This book was released on 1976-01-01 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Text and illustrations introduce various types of pterosaurs, a family of flying reptiles that flourished during the age of the dinosaurs.
Download or read book Pterosaurs written by Caroline Arnold and published by StarWalk Kids Media. This book was released on 2014-06-30 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One hundred million years ago, the skies were filled with enormous flying reptiles. With wings spans up to nearly forty feet, pterosaurs were the dominant life form on earth.
Download or read book Prehistoric Flying Reptiles written by Thom Holmes and published by Enslow Publishing. This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides a glimpse into the lives of the flying reptiles, explaining what they were, what they looked like, where they lived, and explores the latest discoveries from paleontologists.
Download or read book Pterosaurs written by Mark P. Witton and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2013-06-23 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most authoritative illustrated book on flying reptiles available For 150 million years, the skies didn't belong to birds—they belonged to the pterosaurs. These flying reptiles, which include the pterodactyls, shared the world with the nonavian dinosaurs until their extinction 65 million years ago. Some pterosaurs, such as the giant azhdarchids, were the largest flying animals of all time, with wingspans exceeding thirty feet and standing heights comparable to modern giraffes. This richly illustrated book takes an unprecedented look at these astonishing creatures, presenting the latest findings on their anatomy, ecology, and extinction. Pterosaurs features some 200 stunning illustrations, including original paintings by Mark Witton and photos of rarely seen fossils. After decades of mystery, paleontologists have finally begun to understand how pterosaurs are related to other reptiles, how they functioned as living animals, and, despite dwarfing all other flying animals, how they managed to become airborne. Here you can explore the fossil evidence of pterosaur behavior and ecology, learn about the skeletal and soft-tissue anatomy of pterosaurs, and consider the newest theories about their cryptic origins. This one-of-a-kind book covers the discovery history, paleobiogeography, anatomy, and behaviors of more than 130 species of pterosaur, and also discusses their demise at the end of the Mesozoic. The most comprehensive book on pterosaurs ever published Features some 200 illustrations, including original paintings by the author Covers every known species and major group of pterosaurs Describes pterosaur anatomy, ecology, behaviors, diversity, and more Encourages further study with 500 references to primary pterosaur literature
Download or read book Sea Creatures and Flying Reptiles written by Clare Hibbert and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2018-07-15 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While often confused as dinosaurs, prehistoric reptiles that could fly (pterosaurs) and swim (plesiosaurs) are distinct from land-dwelling dinosaurs. This book highlights the unique characteristics of these flying and sea-dwelling creatures, demonstrating the diversity and adaptability of prehistoric reptiles. Scientists have learned how the structure of pterosaurs' wings allowed them to take flight and how some plesiosaurs came ashore to lay eggs while others gave birth to live young. Colorful images and fun facts will fascinate young readers.
Download or read book Prehistoric Predators written by Brian Switek and published by Applesauce Press. This book was released on 2015-05-12 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the most dangerous carnivores that ever roamed the Earth in this exciting and action-packed exploration of Prehistoric Predators, featuring a unique cover that feels like dinosaur-skin! The biggest baddies of the prehistoric world -- the carnivores -- come alive in Prehistoric Predators. From favorites like T-Rex and Giganotosaurus, to the ferocious Spinosaurus and terrifying Megalodon, the stunning full-color illustrations from renowned paleoartist Julius Csotonyi make these dangerous creatures spring to life on each page. Bursting with fascinating facts written by National Geographic contributor Brian Switek, dynamic artwork, and a unique dino-skin textured cover, this is the perfect book for dinosaur lovers of every age!
Download or read book Archaeopteryx and Other Flying Dinosaurs written by Virginia Schomp and published by Marshall Cavendish. This book was released on 2004 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents information about the Avialan dinosaur family including time lines and a dinosaur family tree.
Download or read book Pteranodon written by Ron Wilson and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces the pteranodon, a kind of pterodactyl, or flying reptile, that lived on the earth during the age of dinosaurs.
Download or read book Dinosaurs and Other Mesozoic Reptiles of California written by Richard Hilton and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2003-08-29 with total page 347 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the most geologically complex and diverse states, California spent much of the age of dinosaurs under water. While most of the fossils found in the state are those of reptiles that lived in the sea (thalattosaurs, ichthyosaurs, mosasaurs, plesiosaurs, and turtles), some are those of birds and pterosaurs that soared above it. Other fossils come from terrestrial animals that died and were washed into the ocean. These include turtles, crocodiles, lizards, and dinosaurs such as armored ankylosaurs, duck-billed hadrosaurs, and a variety of carnivorous dinosaurs. Richard Hilton is the first to tell the unsung story of the dinosaurs and reptiles of land, sea, and sky that lived in California and Baja California during the Mesozoic era (245 million-65 million years ago), in addition to the history of their discovery. Vibrantly illustrated with more than three hundred photographs, paintings, and drawings, this book provides geological and environmental details, describes the significance of the major fossils, and chronicles the adventures involved in the discovery, preparation, and publishing of the finds. Hilton also includes accounts of the scientists, teachers, students, ranchers, and weekend fossil hunters who endured (and continue to endure) harsh weather, fires, wild animals, and the usual challenges of fieldwork to collect fossil remains and make major discoveries. These enthusiasts managed to safeguard an abundance of fossil resources, some of which would otherwise have been destroyed by quarrying, paving, and housing developments. Dinosaurs and Other Mesozoic Reptiles of California takes this legacy one step further by documenting information about the fossils and their finders in accessible prose and vivid artistic renderings, creating a valuable contribution to our understanding of California’s prehistoric past.
Download or read book Beyond the Dinosaurs written by Howard Zimmerman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2001 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the age after the dinosaurs where huge beasts, reptiles, and flying creatures terrorized the earth.
Download or read book Tribal Warfare written by Ricardo Delgado and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wordless graphic novel.
Download or read book Flying Giants of Dinosaur Time written by Don Lessem and published by Millbrook Press. This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines some of the flying reptiles, including the Pteranodon, Sordes, and Tapejara.
Download or read book Pteranodon and Other Flying Reptiles written by Jinny Johnson and published by Creative Company. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Which other reptiles lived during the age of the dinosaurs? What was a pterosaur? How did they live? What did they eat? Were they like any animals in today's world?
Download or read book The Age of Reptiles written by Edwin H. Colbert and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2012-09-19 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Concise detailed review — amply illustrated — of the astonishing creatures that ruled the earth for some 180 million years, with particular emphasis on the tetrapods (four-legged vertebrates that lived during the years of reptilian dominance). Also examines interrelationships between amphibians and reptiles, birds and mammals, and between these creatures and their environments.
Download or read book The Dinosaur Book written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-09-18 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Packed with more than 1,000 incredible images and full of fascinating facts, this beautiful children’s encyclopedia will bring young readers face to face with some of the most incredible creatures ever to exist! Did you know that archeologists recently discovered the fossils of a 110 million-year-old dinosaur named Nodosaur, as well as some remarkable feathered dinosaurs that were recently unearthed in China? Well, now you do! Explore everything you need to know about dinosaurs, pterosaurs, marine reptiles, and mammals in this stunning dinosaur encyclopedia for children aged 9-12. Featuring fossil fragments, full skeletons, and CGI renderings of dinosaurs – from the deadly Tyrannosaurus to the plant-eating Diplodocus, armored fish to giant millipedes and terrifying sharks and so much more, this dazzling dinosaur book is a must-have volume for young dinosaur enthusiasts. Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore: - Striking and detailed diagrams, drawings and illustrations on every page - A highly visual approach to learning - Ideal combination of colorful diagrams with infographic text boxes - Featuring amazing close-ups and CGI reconstructions of prehistoric scenes. - In association with The Smithsonian Institution Covering all forms of prehistoric life, from the first primitive invertebrates to the earliest mammals, this kids dinosaur book provides young readers with essential background information about the geological periods, evolution and extinction, and every aspect of dinosaur science! The striking illustrations, photographs and diagrams featured throughout provide an optimum visual learning experience for both children and adults alike, accompanied by an array of fun facts all about your favorite fierce dinosaurs, and some lesser-known species too. This dinosaur encyclopedia includes at-a-glance panels that provide a quick reference to all the stats, making it an ideal combination of colorful diagrams and infographic text boxes, with easy-to-read accessible text for readers aged 9-12, yet can be enjoyed by the entire family, making this enthralling children’s encyclopedia a beautiful and educational gift that can be passed down generations. Learn all about the world one picture at a time! If you like Dinosaur Book then why not complete the collection? Part of the highly visual Our World In Pictures series, avid readers can become vehicle virtuosos with Cars, Trains, Ships and Planes, venture on a journey across the globe with Countries, Cultures, People & Places and explore the animal kingdom like never before with The Animal Book.
Download or read book Pterosaurs written by Enrique Fiesta and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-09-26 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pterosaurs - The Flying Reptiles Table of Contents Introduction Chapter 1: Appearance Chapter 2: Behavior Chapter 3: Environment Conclusion Author Bio Introduction Salutations young reader! Today we are going to take a step back in time and enter the age of the dinosaurs. The dinosaurs are an extinct species of animal that began to live on the Earth over 200 million years ago. "Extinct" means that they no longer exist. The dinosaurs are some of the most intriguing and awe-inspiring animals that have existed on our planet. The dinosaurs' colossal size, strange characteristics, and mysterious disappearance make them inherently worthy of study and interest. Even more than these reasons, the study of dinosaurs itself is an incredible adventure which requires thought and imagination. The study of dinosaurs helps you to appreciate just how mysterious life really is. Our planet supports not only us and the animals that live today, but it even supported creatures as gigantic and strange as the dinosaurs- just think how cool that is! I hope that you bring a spirit of openness and wonder to your reading, and that you come to appreciate the mystery and value of the dinosaurs. In this book we are going to learn about the Pterosaurs! The Pterosaurs were winged, flying reptiles which lived during the age of the dinosaurs. The pterosaurs are not considered dinosaurs by scientists, but reptiles. We are going to learn about these winged creatures, where and when they lived, and their relationship with the creatures they lived with. The pterosaurs are often mistakenly called "pterodactyls" but the Pterodactyl is actually just a species of Pterosaur. The Pterosaurs included many species of flying reptiles which ranged considerably in size; from the size of a sparrow to the size of an airplane.
Download or read book Flying Monsters written by Liz Miles and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2015-07-15 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Imagine outrunning a superfast dinosaur, just to be plucked from the ground by a pterosaur in flight. That's probably just what happened to many small prey in the age of the dinosaurs. Pterosaurs were all sizes, from creatures as small as songbirds to the biggest flyer ever known, Quetzalcoatlus. It had a wingspan of 36 feet (11 m)! Readers will get to know much more about various kinds of pterosaurs in this brilliantly illustrated book. A timeline, world map, sidebars, and diagrams further enhance the intriguing text.
