Pteranodon
Period Late Cretaceous (86-84 million years ago)
Diet Carnivore (Piscivore)
Length 6 meters wingspan (20 feet)
Weight 20 - 30 kg
The Winged and Toothless
Pteranodon is a genus of pterosaur that lived during the Late Cretaceous period. While not technically a dinosaur, it lived alongside them and dominated the skies.
Unique Features
- Massive Wingspan: Could reach up to 6 meters, making it one of the largest flying creatures ever.
- Head Crest: A large, backward-pointing crest that may have been used for steering in flight or display.
- Toothless Beak: Unlike earlier pterosaurs, Pteranodon had no teeth and likely caught fish by diving.