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New Pterosaur Fossil Discovery in Germany

Paleontologists discovered a well-preserved pterosaur fossil in Germany, revealing new insights into their evolution and terrestrial capabilities.

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Current BiologyQueen Mary CollegeUniversity Of Wisconsin At MadisonEurekalertDpaPicture AllianceReuters

David HoneAdam Fitch

What is the significance of the newly discovered pterosaur fossil *Skiphosoura bavarica*?: A well-preserved pterosaur fossil, named *Skiphosoura bavarica*, was discovered in Southern Germany, providing insights into the evolution of these flying reptiles.
What evidence suggests that pterodactyloids were increasingly adept at terrestrial locomotion?: The discovery of *Skiphosoura bavarica* indicates that pterodactyloids were increasingly proficient on land, possessing a longer stride than their predecessors.
What unique features of *Skiphosoura bavarica* contribute to our understanding of pterosaur evolution?: The fossil exhibits a unique combination of features from both early and later pterosaurs, suggesting that their evolution wasn't a simple, linear process.

Cognitive Concepts

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Framing Bias

The article presents the discovery in a highly positive light, emphasizing the significance of the findings for understanding pterosaur evolution.

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Language Bias

The language used in the article is generally neutral and objective, although it does express enthusiasm for the discovery.

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Bias by Omission

The article focuses heavily on the positive aspects of the discovery and the scientific findings without mentioning potential limitations or alternative interpretations of the data.

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