Archaeopteryx lithographica

Noun

Meaning

extinct primitive toothed bird of the Jurassic period having a long feathered tail and hollow bones; usually considered the most primitive of all birds

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In 1960, Swinton accordingly proposed that the name Archaeopteryx lithographica be placed on the official genera list making the alternative names Griphosaurus and Griphornis invalid. Source: Internet

Evolution and classification main Archaeopteryx lithographica is often considered the oldest known true bird. Source: Internet

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