What is another word for pterosaur?
Pronunciation: [tˈɛɹəsˌɔː] (IPA) 
A pterosaur is a prehistoric flying reptile that lived during the Mesozoic Era. It is also known as a pterodactyl, which means "winged finger" in Greek. However, this term is technically incorrect as a pterodactyl is just one of many types of pterosaurs. Other synonyms for pterosaur include pteranodon, tapejara, dimorphodon, rhamphorhynchus, and quetzalcoatlus. Pteranodon, like pterodactyl, is a commonly used term for pterosaurs. Tapejara was a smaller, more agile species that had a distinctive crest on its head. Dimorphodon was a smaller species known for its sharp teeth and short wingspan. Rhamphorhynchus had a long, pointed tail and was one of the earliest known pterosaurs.
