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These studies suggest that dromaeosaurs, specifically Microraptor, are considered the closest dinosaurian relatives of birds, which are the living descendants of dinosaurs.
The research topic explores the evolutionary relationships and characteristics of dinosaurs, particularly theropods, and their closest living relatives. The studies focus on various aspects of dinosaur morphology, phylogeny, and ecology, providing insights into the transition from non-avian dinosaurs to birds and identifying the closest animal relatives to dinosaurs.
In conclusion, the closest relatives of dinosaurs within the theropod group are the dromaeosaurids, which share many bird-like characteristics. The evolutionary history of theropods includes a variety of adaptations and morphologies, from giant carnivores to small, feathered species with arboreal or amphibious lifestyles. While tunicates are identified as the closest living relatives of vertebrates, they are not directly related to the dinosaur lineage.
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