Pterodactylus is a genus of extinct pterosaur that soared through the skies of the Late Jurassic period, approximately 150 to 148 million years ago. This pioneering species holds the honor of being the first pterosaur ever identified by paleontologists. Its discovery in the Solnhofen limestone of Bavaria, Germany, completely changed our perception of life in the Mesozoic. This article embarks on a journey through time to explore the discovery, physical characteristics, lifestyle, and the indelible mark Pterodactylus has left on science. Table of Contents Discovery and NamingThe saga of Pteroda…