The Pteranodon was not a dinosaur but a pterosaur, a flying reptile that dominated the skies about 86 to 84 million years ago. It's one of the largest flying animals of all time!
Pteranodon Characteristics
The Pteranodon had an impressive wingspan of 23 feet! Its distinctive head crest probably served as a rudder in flight and to attract mates. It had no teeth and fed on fish.
Coloring Tips
The Pteranodon is perfect for dynamic flight scenes! Its large wings can be colored with various patterns, and its crest can be a bright color.
Did You Know?
- Pteranodon glided more than it flapped its wings
- Its crest could measure up to 3 feet
- Its name means "toothless wing"