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Kuehneosaurus et Kuehneosuchus

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Kuehneosaurus latus (right) from the Late Triassic of Britain probably used its short "wings" to parachute from trees. Kuehneosuchus latissimus (left) from the same period and region is very similar to Kuehneosaurus except for its longer "wings" better suited for gliding. It is possible that the two genera represent different sexual morph of the same species, Kuehneosuchus being the male using its wings for display as well. They measured about 70 cm in length.
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PeteriDish's avatar
just common sense. wouldn't it be "stupid" if one gender was better suited for escaping predators? still, who knows, right? you did a great job on them!
P.S. i've seen a figure comparison of the two and kuehneosaurus had "wings" with round outline. i'm only interested if you've seen it or if you've used a different reference in which you trust. just searching for more information to better understand these peculiar creatures! ;-)