| Author | : Daniel Loxton |
| Publisher | : Kids Can Press Ltd |
| Total Pages | : 36 |
| Release | : 2013-04 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 1554536324 |
A flying Quetzalcoatlus, stopping at a stream for breakfast, is attacked by small feathered dinosaurs.
Pterosaur Trouble
| Author | : Daniel Loxton |
| Publisher | : Kids Can Press Ltd |
| Total Pages | : 35 |
| Release | : 2013-04-01 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 1771383739 |
Follow the pterosaur, a majestic flying reptile, as he encounters a pack of tiny but vicious dinosaurs. A unique blend of digital illustrations and landscape photography brings the ensuing battle to life.
On the Wing
| Author | : Dr. David E. Alexander |
| Publisher | : Oxford University Press, USA |
| Total Pages | : 225 |
| Release | : 2015 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 0199996776 |
"On the Wing is the first book to take a comprehensive look at the evolution of flight in all four groups of powered flyers: insects, pterosaurs, birds, and bats."--Book jacket.
The Princeton Field Guide to Pterosaurs
| Author | : Gregory S. Paul |
| Publisher | : Princeton University Press |
| Total Pages | : 184 |
| Release | : 2022-06-07 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 0691232210 |
The most up-to-date and authoritative illustrated guide to the marvelous flying reptiles that dominated the skies of the Mesozoic for 160 million years Once seen by some as evolutionary dead-enders, pterosaurs were vigorous winged reptiles capable of thriving in an array of habitats and climates, including polar winters. The Princeton Field Guide to Pterosaurs transforms our understanding of these great Mesozoic archosaurs of the air. This incredible guide covers 115 pterosaur species and features stunning illustrations of pterosaurs ranging in size from swallows to small sailplanes, some with enormous, bizarre head crests and elongated beaks. It discusses the history of pterosaurs through 160 million years of the Mesozoic—including their anatomy, physiology, locomotion, reproduction, growth, and extinction—and even gives a taste of what it might be like to travel back to the Mesozoic. This one-of-a-kind guide also challenges the common image of big pterosaurs as ultralights that only soared, showing how these spectacular creatures could be powerful flappers as heavy as bears. Features detailed species accounts of 115 different kinds of pterosaurs, with the latest size and mass estimates Written and illustrated by the acclaimed researcher and artist who helped to redefine the anatomy and flight performance of pterosaurs Covers everything from pterosaur biology to the colorful history of pterosaur paleontology Includes dozens of original skeletal drawings and full-color life studies
Pterosaurs
| Author | : Mark P. Witton |
| Publisher | : Princeton University Press |
| Total Pages | : 305 |
| Release | : 2013-06-23 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 1400847656 |
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
Posture, Locomotion, and Paleoecology of Pterosaurs
| Author | : Sankar Chatterjee |
| Publisher | : Geological Society of America |
| Total Pages | : 72 |
| Release | : 2004 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 9780813723761 |
Ankylosaur Attack
| Author | : Daniel Loxton |
| Publisher | : Kids Can Press Ltd |
| Total Pages | : 36 |
| Release | : 2011-09 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 1554536316 |
Movie-quality images and a suspenseful story will enthrall young fans of dinosaur life.
Hawks Kettle, Puffins Wheel
| Author | : Susan Vande Griek |
| Publisher | : Kids Can Press Ltd |
| Total Pages | : 40 |
| Release | : 2019-09-03 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1525303740 |
A lyrical celebration of the fascinating ways birds move through the air. This collection of captivating poems celebrates the distinctive movements of twelve birds in flight and the special words associated with those movements, from geese that skein and puffins that wheel, to crows that mob and starlings that murmurate. The evocative language conveys the beauty of these animals and describes how each one makes its own unmistakable way in the world. An informational sidebar complements each poem, describing the reasons behind the bird’s unique way of flying. Children will be captivated by the magnificence of these birds in flight.
Palaeoartist's Handbook
| Author | : Mark P Witton |
| Publisher | : The Crowood Press |
| Total Pages | : 460 |
| Release | : 2018-08-23 |
| Genre | : Art |
| ISBN | : 178500462X |
Extinct worlds live again in palaeoart: artworks of fossil animals, plants and environments carefully reconstructed from palaeontological and geological data. Such artworks are widespread in popular culture, appearing in documentaries, museums, books and magazines, and inspiring depictions of dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals in cinema. This book outlines how fossil animals and environments can be reconstructed from their fossils, explaining how palaeoartists overcome gaps in fossil data and predict 'soft-tissue' anatomies no longer present around fossil bones. It goes on to show how science and art can meet to produce compelling, interesting takes on ancient worlds, and it explores the goals and limitations of this popular but rarely discussed art genre. Multiple chapters with dozens of illustrations of fossil animal reconstruction, with specific guidance on fossil amphibians, mammals and their fossil relatives, and a myriad of fossil reptiles (including dinosaurs). Explores how best to present diverse fossil animal forms in art - how best to convey size, proportion and motion in landscapes without familiar reference points. Explains essential techniques for the aspiring palaeoartists, from understanding geological time and evolutionary relationships to rebuilding skeletons and muscles. Suggests where and how to gather reliable sources of data for palaeoartworks. Includes a history of palaeoart, outlining the full evolution of the medium from ancient times to the modern day. Examines stylistic variation in palaeoart. Showcases diverse artworks from world-leading contemporary palaeoartists. Palaeoartistry is a popular but rarely discussed art genre. This new book outlines how fossil animals and environments can be reconstructed from their fossils. Of great interest to everyone interested in palaeoartistry, dinosaurs, natural history and fossils. Superbly illustrated with 195 colour images. Dr Mark P Witton is an author, palaeontological artist and researcher whose palaeoartworks have featured in numerous research papers, television shows, museums and art galleries.
