Anat Rec (Hoboken) April 2024 PMID 37846180

The osteology of the Late Triassic reptile Scleromochlus taylori from μCT data.

Davide Foffa, Sterling J Nesbitt, Richard J Butler, Stephen L Brusatte, Stig Walsh, Nicholas C Fraser, Paul M Barrett

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The discussions reflect high engagement and interest, with posts praising the detailed microCT imagery and emphasizing the importance of the findings for understanding reptile evolution. Words like 'stunning', 'important analysis', and 'reveals anatomy & phylogeny' demonstrate excitement and perceived significance, emphasizing how the publication advances knowledge in the field.

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Most posts show enthusiasm for the research, highlighting its significance and supporting the new findings about Scleromochlus' anatomy and implications for pterosaur origins.

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Discussions express considerable curiosity about the methods and implications, with mentions of 'stunning microCT photography' and questions about early reptiles and flight evolution.

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Many posts actively interpret the data, congratulate the researchers, and share related insights, indicating deep involvement with the material.

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While the analysis is highly regarded within the paleontology community, the broader influence appears moderate, primarily appreciated by those interested in evolutionary anatomy.

Abstract in brief

The study uses advanced CT scanning technology to re-examine the fossils of Scleromochlus taylori, a Triassic reptile whose anatomy has been hard to interpret due to poor fossil preservation and previous reliance on molding techniques.
This detailed digital analysis reveals new features of its skull, limbs, and tail, showing that traditional methods often missed or distorted important anatomical details.
The findings suggest that Scleromochlus has a mix of primitive (plesiomorphic) traits and features that link it closely to pterosaurs and related archosaurs (like lagerpetids), providing new insights into its phylogenetic position.

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Explore how advanced CT scanning has redefined our understanding of Scleromochlus taylori's anatomy and its links to pterosaurs, shedding light on the earliest flight-capable reptiles of the Mesozoic.

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Re-examining Scleromochlus taylori using advanced CT technology

This study uses high-resolution CT scanning to reevaluate Scleromochlus taylori, revealing new details of its skull, limbs, and tail. These findings improve understanding of its anatomy and evolutionary links to…

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Triassic reptiles: what high-tech μ-CT scanning tells us about Scleromochlus and its family tree - @NHMdinolab @davfof @ButlerLabBham @SteveBrusatte Stig Walsh @tanytrachelos Stirling Nesbitt https://t.co/DGQTi9Mxdt https://t.co/z9sGErs4Go

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The osteology of the Late Triassic reptile Scleromochlus taylori from μCT data.

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Origins of Pterosaurs Insights from Key Fossils and Modern Imaging Techniques

Re-examining Scleromochlus taylori using advanced CT technology