Q33 / 349 · NTA Abhyas (NEET) 2020 · Zoology · Evolution

Archeopteryx, a transitional fossil between birds and reptiles was discovered from the rocks of following period

  • Correct answer
    A
    Jurassic
  • B
    Archeozoic era
  • C
    Cretaceous
  • D
    Triassic

Solution

Archaeopteryx, intermediate between reptiles and birds, originated towards the close of the Jurassic period.  Archaeopteryx as a transitional fossil between dinosaurs and modern birds. Archaeopteryx lived around 150 MYA during the  late Jurassic Period.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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