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Pterodactyls are flying reptiles that lived a long time ago. They are not dinosaurs, but they lived at the same time as dinosaurs. Pterodactyls had big wings and long beaks. They could fly high in the sky, using their wings to glide like birds. 🌥️

Even though they are called “flying reptiles,” pterodactyls were very different from the birds we see today. Their wings were made of skin, not feathers. They also had sharp teeth to catch fish. Pterodactyl coloring pages are a fun way to learn more about these amazing creatures while being creative.

Pterodactyl Coloring Pages 🎨🦕

Meet The Pterodactyl 🦕

1. Pterodactyl or Pterosaur? 🦖

“Pterodactyl” is just one type of flying reptile, but there are many others like it. All of these flying reptiles are called pterosaurs. Pterodactyls are the most famous ones, though.

2. Wings Like No Other 🦅

Pterodactyls didn’t have feathered wings like birds. Instead, their wings were made of thin skin stretched between a long finger and their legs. Pretty cool, right?

3. How They Flew 🌬️

Pterodactyls were amazing at flying. They didn’t need to flap their wings a lot like birds. Instead, they glided on the wind and flew far without getting tired. They used strong muscles in their wings to push themselves into the air. Then, they would glide smoothly for long distances. This helped them fly without using too much energy. 🌬️🦅

4. Different Sizes 🐥🦖

Some pterodactyls were as small as a seagull, while others had big wings that could be as long as a school bus! Imagine a giant creature like that flying over your head.

5. What Did They Eat? 🐟

Most pterodactyls ate fish. They would fly over oceans or lakes, scoop down, and grab their dinner with their sharp beaks. Yum.

6. Walking on Four Legs 🚶‍♂️

Pterodactyls didn’t just fly, they also walked on the ground using all four legs. They used their wings and feet to move around when they weren’t soaring in the sky.

7. Where We Find Their Bones 🦴

Fossils of pterodactyls have been found all over the world. Some of the first fossils were discovered in Germany, showing us what these awesome creatures looked like millions of years ago.

8. How Big Were They?

Some pterodactyls were small, about the size of a seagull. Others had wings as long as a school bus! This made them perfect for gliding over oceans and catching fish. 🐟🌊

9. What Did They Eat?

Most pterodactyls ate fish. Some might have eaten small animals or insects. They used their sharp beaks and strong jaws to grab food while flying above the water. 🐠✈️

Pterodactyls were some of the first creatures to fly in the sky. Their special wings and amazing size make them super fun to learn about🦖🌟

Fun Pterodactyl Facts 🎉

Pterodactyls Are Not Dinosaurs

Pterodactyls are part of a group called “pterosaurs.” This means they are flying reptiles, but not real dinosaurs. They lived during the same time as the dinosaurs, but they belonged to a different family. 🌿

Where They Lived
Pterodactyls lived all around the world, from the forests to the seas. Some even lived near volcanoes!

Special Eyes
Pterodactyls had big eyes that helped them see far away. This was useful when they were flying high above the water looking for fish. 👀✨

Let’s Get Creative🖍️

Would you like to color your pterodactyl? Grab some crayons and check out the pterodactyl coloring pages we’ve included. Try using different shades to make your pterodactyl look amazing. 🖍️🦕

Or, you can make your flying pterodactyl by cutting out paper wings and attaching them to a clothespin. Then you can play with your paper pterodactyl and imagine it soaring through the skies! 🌥️✂️