Rhamphorhynchus ... Rhamphorhynchus (/ ˌræmfəˈrɪŋkəs /, [1] from Ancient Greek rhamphos meaning "beak" and rhynchus meaning "snout") is a genus of long-tailed pterosaurs in the Jurassic period.

Rhamphorhynchus, (genus Rhamphorhynchus), flying reptile (pterosaurs) found as fossils from the Late Jurassic Period (159 million to 144 million years ago) in Europe that had a diamond-shaped rudder at …

Feb 25, 2025 · Rhamphorhynchus was a fascinating flying reptile from the Jurassic period, known for its long tail and distinctive features. This pterosaur, measuring about 50 centimeters in length, thrived …

Rhamphorhynchus had a relatively short skull, large eyes, and it is known for its somewhat upturned bill, the lower jaw of which has an especially strong curve, while the upper jaw is longer and only slightly …

Aug 30, 2016 · The best preserved and most numerous examples hail from Germany where Rhamphorhynchus was first discovered.‭ ‬Not only do these remains include complete specimens,‭ ‬but …

Jul 3, 2019 · An in-depth profile of Rhamphorhynchus, including this pterosaur's characteristics, behavior and habitat.

What is Rhamphorhynchus? Rhamphorhynchus is a genus of long-tailed pterosaurs in the Jurassic period.