From: The Dinosaur That Survived: How Birds Became Earth’s Living Dinosaurs

How can studying bird evolution help modern conservation efforts?

By understanding how birds adapted and survived past crises, scientists can better predict how current species might cope with environmental changes and guide conservation strategies.

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Support local bird habitats by planting native plants or reducing pesticide use to help bird populations thrive.

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Fossils of early birds from after the extinction show rapid diversification.

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Small body size and flight ability helped some dinosaurs survive the mass extinction.

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Molecular studies support the dinosaurian origin of birds.

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The Dinosaur That Survived: How Birds Became Earth’s Living Dinosaurs

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