What is Zhejiangopterus?

Q: What is Zhejiangopterus?


A: Zhejiangopterus is a pterosaur discovered in China.

Q: When did Zhejiangopterus live?


A: Zhejiangopterus lived during the late Cretaceous period.

Q: How many specimens of the Zhejiangopterus have been found?


A: At least six specimens of adult Zhejiangopterus have been found.

Q: What was the wingspan of Zhejiangopterus?


A: The wingspan of Zhejiangopterus was estimated to be around 3.5 meters (11 feet).

Q: What was the beak of Zhejiangopterus like?


A: The beak of Zhejiangopterus was long, thin, sharply pointed, and lacked teeth.

Q: How were the dorsal vertebrae of Zhejiangopterus?


A: The first six dorsal vertebrae of Zhejiangopterus had fused together which helped the chest keep stable against the forces generated by the wings.

Q: What can be said about the wings of Zhejiangopterus?


A: The wings of Zhejiangopterus were short but robust.

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