I WONDER - Where Did The Archaeopteryx Live?

The Archaeopteryx, a prehistoric bird-like dinosaur, lived in what is now Germany during the late Jurassic period, approximately 150 million years ago. At that time, Europe had a tropical climate due to its proximity to the equator. Unlike most dinosaurs, all known Archaeopteryx fossils have been found in Bavaria's Solnhofen limestone formations in Germany. A total of 12 largely complete specimens have been discovered, with feathers visible on most of them.

During which geological period did the Archaeopteryx live?

• Cretaceous

• Triassic

• Jurassic

• Permian

Why was Germany warmer during the time of the Archaeopteryx?

• It was closer to the equator

• It had a larger landmass

• It was surrounded by oceans

• It had more volcanic activity

Where have all Archaeopteryx fossils been found?

• Asia

• Africa

• Bavaria's Solnhofen limestone formations

• North America

How many Archaeopteryx specimens have been discovered?

• 5

• 20

• 8

• 12

What notable feature is visible on most Archaeopteryx fossils?

• Feathers

• Horns

• Scales

• Fins