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There were several types of ancient reptiles that flew. Most famously the pterosaurs such as pterodactyl (Pterodactylus) were the 1st vertibrates to evolve flight.
Also it is quite likely that some species of the Dromaeosauridae family of theropod dinosaurs flew. They were later to evolve into birds. Infact the simularity between Dromaeosauride species and birds have led some scientist to argue for reclassification to birds.
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What are the types of wings adapted for gliding on thermal updrafts are known as?
The types of wings adapted for gliding on thermal updrafts are known as high aspect ratio wings. These wings are long and narrow, allowing for efficient soaring by maximizing lift generation and minimizing drag.
How are soaring and gliding alike?
Soaring & gliding flight involve little wing movement. Birds soar & glide with their wings extended.
What are the Physical features of gliding birds?
long broad and rounded wings
How small and under-developed wings help birds fly?
Probably better for gliding than flying. Depends on how the birds flap their wings, how big they are and how big their wings are.
What is theory of flight?
Flight is a phenomenon that has long been a part of the natural world. Birds fly not only by flapping their wings, but by gliding with their wings.
How can a creature fly without wings?
Some creatures can fly without wings by using other methods such as gliding, jet propulsion, or buoyancy.
Do gliding animals that have evolved structures slow their fall?
Gliding animals have indeed evolved structures that slow their fall. Their wings act as a parachute slowing their fall to the ground.
Flying reptile membranous wings supported on fourth digit?
Pterosaur
Would a dragon be considered an animal with wings?
it would be considered a reptile
They are the only mammals capable of true flight?
Bats because they have wings they flap to get going unlike gliding squirrels!
How is a bird and reptile skeleton are different?
birds have hollow bones and wings; reptiles don't.
Do owls have large wings to capture speed?
Owls have large wings to improve lift and help in gliding. Speed is a product of thrust or gravity (altitude change). Think evolution gave them large wings so they can glide efficiently to the prey without making noise by flapping their wings.
