Oligocene Birds and Reptilian adaptations (Part 21)

The Oligocene epoch marked a pivotal phase in the evolution of birds and reptiles. Birds rapidly diversified, occupying new ecological niches. Key developments included the rise of songbirds, advanced foraging techniques, and improvements in flight. Predatory birds, like eagles and the flightless "terror birds" Phorusrhacidae, flourished. Marine birds, including albatrosses and penguins, adapted to oceanic environments. Ancestors of wading birds and flamingos also emerged.

Reptiles maintained stable diversity, adapting to changing habitats. Turtles thrived in aquatic ecosystems, while snakes developed venom and advanced hunting strategies. Lizards and crocodiles evolved diverse sizes and behaviors, ensuring reptiles' continued ecological success.


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