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Biol Lett March 2018 PMID 29593074

Comment on 'A dinosaur missing-link? and the early evolution of ornithischian dinosaurs'.

Rodrigo Temp Müller, Flávio Augusto Pretto, Leonardo Kerber, Eduardo Silva-Neves, Sérgio Dias-da-Silva

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The discussions highlight the complexity of dinosaur evolution, with comments noting the blurred distinctions among related species and the necessity for additional fossils to clarify relationships. The tone suggests curiosity and an appreciation for ongoing scientific investigation, though there’s no strong consensus or groundbreaking recognition expressed.

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The posts show a neutral stance, acknowledging the complexity and ongoing debates without outright disagreement or strong support.

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The discussions demonstrate some curiosity, especially about the evolving nature of dinosaur classification and fossil discoveries.

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Comments reflect modest engagement, with participants discussing the need for more fossil evidence and questioning current dinosaur relationships.

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The overall impact appears moderate; the posts recognize the article's contribution to understanding dinosaur evolution but do not suggest it is groundbreaking or transformative.

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  • The article discusses the significance of the "missing link" dinosaur, which helps fill gaps in understanding the early evolution of ornithischian dinosaurs, a major group of herbivorous dinosaurs.
  • It highlights recent fossil discoveries that shed light on how ornithischians diversified and evolved distinctive features, contributing to our knowledge of dinosaur history.
  • The study emphasizes the importance of these findings for reconstructing the evolutionary timeline and relationships among different dinosaur species.]
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Links now in for yesterday's Evolution Hour https://t.co/8Na4MfQUu3

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