Paleontology: A Glimpse into the Past
Paleontology or palaeontology is the study of prehistoric life forms on Earth through the examination of plant and animal fossils. This includes the study of body fossils, tracks (ichnites), burrows, cast-off parts, fossilised feces (coprolites), palynomorphs and chemical residues. Because humans have encountered fossils for millennia, paleontology has a long history both before and after becoming formalized as a science. This article records significant discoveries and events related to paleontology that occurred or were published in the year 1846.
Archosauromorphs
New taxa
In 1846, several new taxa of archosauromorphs were identified, contributing to our understanding of this fascinating group of reptiles.
Pterosaurs
New taxa
Notable discoveries of new taxa within the pterosaur lineage were made, enhancing our knowledge of these flying reptiles that dominated the skies during the Mesozoic era.
Sauropterygians
Newly named plesiosaurs
The year 1846 also saw the introduction of newly named plesiosaurs, which provided valuable insights into the diversity and adaptation of sauropterygians in prehistoric oceans.
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