Science August 2001 PMID 11486085

Nostril position in dinosaurs and other vertebrates and its significance for nasal function.

L M Witmer

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The discussions express strong agreement and curiosity, with references to how the nostril placement is linked to respiratory and behavioral functions in dinosaurs, exemplified by phrases like 'the actual external nostril located much farther forward,' and mentions of how this challenges earlier assumptions. The tone and choice of words reveal a fascination with the implications of the research for understanding dinosaur life and physiology, prompting further curiosity rather than dismissiveness.

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The discussions reflect an acknowledgment that this research could influence future paleontological studies, though the overall impact seems cautious and exploratory.

Abstract in brief

Many dinosaurs had large, complex bony openings for their nostrils, but the exact placement of the external nostril was traditionally thought to be at the back of these openings.
Recent studies of modern relatives of dinosaurs indicate that the actual external nostril was located much farther forward on the face, supported by blood supply and tissue evidence.
The position of the nostril affects how air flows through the nose and the collection of scent-related chemicals, which has important implications for dinosaur physiology and behavior.]

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#NHKスペシャル #恐竜超世界 #恐竜超世界2 プエルタサウルス達竜脚類の鼻の孔の位置についての研究論文です。 Witmer (2001) https://t.co/LiR7fSotpB

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RT @Hiro_DinoPaleo: #DINOPALEOch 竜脚類を含む恐竜の鼻の孔の位置についての研究論文です。 @WitmerLab Witmer (2001) https://t.co/LiR7fSotpB, https://t.co/GdHh1MWb4M htt…

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RT @Hiro_DinoPaleo: #DINOPALEOch 竜脚類を含む恐竜の鼻の孔の位置についての研究論文です。 @WitmerLab Witmer (2001) https://t.co/LiR7fSotpB, https://t.co/GdHh1MWb4M htt…

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#DINOPALEOch 竜脚類を含む恐竜の鼻の孔の位置についての研究論文です。 @WitmerLab Witmer (2001) https://t.co/LiR7fSotpB, https://t.co/GdHh1MWb4M https://t.co/aLYn98JmFS

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Nostril position in dinosaurs and other vertebrates and its significance for nasal function.

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