Which of the following is a reptilian character in Archaeopteryx as given in the diagram?

Toothed beak

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Winged claw

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Contour feathers

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Long tail

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Solution

The correct option is D Long tail
Archaeopteryx was a transitional form between reptiles and birds. It is obvious that the characteristics of this organism were a mix of both avian and reptilian characters. Unlike the modern birds of today, Archaeopteryx had a full set of teeth and a long bony tail (characteristic of reptiles) and also had feathered wings (characteristic of modern birds).

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