Archaeopyerix

3D Model

Archaeopteryx is a pivotal genus of early birds that lived during the Late Jurassic period, around 150 million years ago. Often regarded as a transitional fossil, it showcases key features of both dinosaurs and modern birds, including feathers, wings, and a wishbone, alongside reptilian traits such as a long bony tail and teeth. Archaeopteryx was roughly the size of a crow and likely inhabited forested environments, gliding or flying between trees. Its discovery has significantly advanced our understanding of the evolution of birds from theropod dinosaurs, highlighting the complex transitions that occurred during this critical period in vertebrate history.

This model was realized by Glenda Cantale during the Universal Civil Service (SCU) at the Genoa University.