Chomp! Chomp!- New discoveries in the evolution of bird beaks

[Kiwibird]

Saw this article about a type of prehistoric bird I'd never heard of before. Apparently with new technological advances in re-creating 3D images of the skulls has offered some new insights into beak evolution. Thought I would share

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/new-fossils-offer-clues-about-a-primordial-bird-beak/

On an unrelated note, I am certainly glad birds have lost their TEETH through the corse of evolution. Can you imagine how horrific it would be if parrots had razor sharp teeth

 

[Scott]

Great story, thanks for posting, April.

I am amazed at the scientific deductions that can be made by studying fossils. The earth has fostered some fascinating life forms!

 

[GaleriaGila]

Lovin' this, absolutely, and thank you. Good glory, yes, I'm glad they don't havwe teeth!

 

[OutlawedSpirit]

On the other hand, I don't think keeping parrots would be nearly as attractive to the average person. It would truly be for only the completely insane...I mean dedicated... :chomp:

 

[SailBoat]

Yup, that would be me with fewer fingers!

Thanks Kiwi's mom! Good read and even more to add to the ever increasing knowledge bank of bird information!

 

[Violet_Diva]

Only just had had this come up on BBC news. You were ahead of the curve Kiwibird!
How birds got their beaks - new fossil evidence - BBC News

 

[dhraiden]

Yikes! Birb beaks are bad enough, glad there's no teeth involved anymore hahah. Cool find, thanks for sharing.

 

[YoYo]

"Oh yeah my mate, mates , dogs owner has one of those". Thanks for sharing its really interesting