Genus Pterodactylus (Noun)
Meaning
A reptile genus of Pterodactylidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Pterodactylus is a group of flying reptiles that lived during the Late Triassic to Early Cretaceous periods.
- Fossil records indicate that the genus Pterodactylus was characterized by long fourth fingers that supported a wing membrane.
- The genus Pterodactylus was first described by the German naturalist Collin in 1784.
- Several species within the genus Pterodactylus have been identified, including Pterodactylus antiquus and Pterodactylus kochi.
- The genus Pterodactylus is often considered one of the most well-known and iconic groups of pterosaurs.