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Recent imaging studies of pterosaur skin have revealed feather-like structures known as pycnofibres, which may or may not be homologous to true feathers, sparking debate among paleontologists. Yang et al. identified four types of these filaments in anurognathid pterosaurs, suggesting a potential ancestral link to feathers and a broader evolutionary pattern of integumentary structures. The interpretation of these findings remains contentious, with ongoing discussions about the origins and functions of these

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