Archaeopteryx

Archaeopteryx was a feathered dinosaur that lived during the late Jurassic period. It had wings like a bird but teeth and a long bony tail like its dinosaur relatives. This mix of features makes it a key fossil for understanding how birds evolved from dinosaurs.

• Its name means 'ancient wing' in Greek.
• Once considered the oldest known bird before older species were discovered.
• Had both feathers and reptilian features like clawed wings.