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Open AccessExceptional preservation and foot structure reveal ecological transitions and lifestyles of early theropod flyers
Morphology of keratinised toe pads and foot scales, hinging of foot joints and claw shape and size all inform the gras** ability, cursoriality and feeding mode of living birds. Presented here is morphologica...
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Open AccessRaptor talon shape and biomechanical performance are controlled by relative prey size but not by allometry
Most birds of prey (raptors), rely heavily on their talons for capturing prey. However, the relationship between talon shape and the ability to take prey is poorly understood. In this study we investigate whet...
