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Researchers May Have Discovered How The Largest Known Flying Animal, Azhdarchid Pterosaurs (AP), With Neck Longer Than A Giraffe, Held Its Head Up In-Flight Or Carried Large Preys. They Discovered, Using CT Scan On Fossils From Morrocco, That AP Had A Unique Internal Neck Structure That Optimized Its Neck For Strength And Lightness.
Largest ever flying creatures had longer necks than giraffes – we found out how these pterosaurs kept their heads upGigantic flying reptiles had impressive wingspans of up to 12 metres – and a special trick in their necks.