Venture into the Lost World…One Minute at a Time
“Sinosauropteryx prima was a small, feathered compsognathid dinosaur from the Early Cretaceous period, first described in 1996. Recovered from the fossil-rich Yixian Formation in China a region renowned for producing exceptionally preserved specimens of feathered dinosaurs. As the first dinosaur ever described with evidence of feathers Sinosauropteryx holds a pivotal place in palaeontology, a turning point in our understanding.” Unlock Newsletter 5 to uncover the vibrant world of feathered dinosaurs and the majestic plumage that brought them to life.
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- Sinosauropteryx prima: The story of its markings & significance.
- Melanosome & Pigmentation: How fossilised pigments reveal colour.
- Scientific Discoveries: New fossil evidence & imaging techniques.
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