Archaeopteryx lithographica is considered a transitional fossil that exhibits characteristics of both non-avian feathered dinosaurs (often grouped under reptiles in evolutionary contexts) and birds (Aves). It possessed features like feathers and a wishbone (furcula) like birds, but also retained reptilian traits such as teeth, a long bony tail, and claws on its wings.
"Archaeopteryx" is connecting link between:
Asked in RPSC RAS Prelims 2008 · Topic: Evolution of Life (Evidences for Evolution: Paleontological, comparative anatomy, embryological, molecular, biogeographical.)
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