Etymology:
Meaning:
Ancient wing
Origin:
The name Archaeopteryx (pronounced "ark-ee-OP-ter-icks") was coined by German naturalist Hermann von Meyer in 1861.
It was derived from the Greek words ἀρχαῖος (archaios), meaning "ancient" or "old," and πτέρυξ (pteryx), meaning "wing." The name reflects the unique and ancient characteristics of the fossil, which combines features of both reptiles and birds.
Archaeopteryx is considered by many paleontologists to be a transitional fossil, bridging the gap between non-avian dinosaurs and modern birds. Its discovery in the 19th century sparked considerable debate and controversy over the evolutionary origins of birds and introduced the concept of transitional fossils into the field of paleontology.
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