What is thalassodromeus?

Thalassodromeus is a genus of pterosaur that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, approximately 95-93 million years ago. It was a large pterosaur, with a wingspan of around 4-5 meters.

Thalassodromeus is known for its unique skull morphology, which featured a long, slender snout and a crest on top of its head. The crest was made up of two elongated bony structures that extended backwards from the skull, giving the pterosaur a distinctive appearance.

It is believed that Thalassodromeus was a piscivore, meaning it primarily fed on fish. Its long, slender snout and numerous sharp teeth were well-suited for catching and eating fish from the water.

Thalassodromeus fossils have been found in Brazil, specifically in the Santana Formation in the state of Ceará. The discovery of this pterosaur has provided valuable insights into the diversity and evolution of pterosaurs during the Late Cretaceous period.