Pteranodon
Pteranodon longiceps
“Winged and Toothless”
Pteranodon, meaning 'winged and toothless', was not actually a dinosaur but a pterosaur - a flying reptile that lived alongside dinosaurs. With a wingspan of over 20 feet, it soared over ancient seas, diving to catch fish like a modern pelican. Its distinctive backward-pointing head crest may have been used for steering in flight or attracting mates.
Quick Facts
Time Period
Late Cretaceous (86-84 million years ago)
Diet
carnivore
Length
6 feet body (1.8 meters)
Weight
55 pounds (25 kg)
Location
North America
Fun Fact
Pteranodon had a wingspan of 23 feet - wider than many small airplanes!
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