birds, fossil

Describes the physical characteristics and habits of prehistoric birds that are now extinct, such as archaeopteryx, and those of species that have either recently vanished or are facing extinction.

The story of how birds have developed over the centuries, looking at their body types, feathers, and bones.

Discusses more than twenty prehistoric animals, how they were discovered, their modern counterparts, and theories on their extinction.

Explains what birds were like in prehistoric times, describing their characteristics, life cycles, feeding habits, and fossils. Also includes a further resource list, activity, quiz, and glossary.

Simple text and illustrations describe phorusrhacos, how they lived, and how they became extinct.

Discusses prehistoric birds and their ancestors and theories on how creatures began to fly.

Discusses the facts and clues used to formulate the various theories of the origin of birds.

Illustrations and simple text introduce young readers to various prehistoric creatures that flew.

Describes the evolution of dinosaurs and birds and discusses how the two groups may be related.