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Within the field of evolutionary Biology, archaeopteryx is considered the "missing link" between dinosaurs and birds in the evolutionary process. Although it is widely held to be true, there may still be other undiscovered fossils that yield an even closer link between dinosaurs and birds.

Archaeopteryx is considered the most primitive bird. It is, however, an intermediary form and can therefore be classified as both a dinosaur and a bird since its features are characteristic of both types of animal. It has more in common with dinosaurs known as theropods, than it does with modern birds.

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