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These studies suggest that dromaeosaurs, such as Microraptor, are considered the closest dinosaurian relatives of birds.
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The search for the closest relatives of dinosaurs has been a significant focus in paleontology, aiming to understand the evolutionary lineage and morphological traits that link modern birds to their ancient ancestors. This synthesis examines the key findings from recent research papers to identify the closest dinosaur relatives.
Dromaeosaurs as Closest Relatives to Birds:
Lagerpetids and Early Dinosauromorphs:
The closest relatives of dinosaurs, particularly in the context of their evolutionary link to birds, are primarily identified as dromaeosaurs, with Microraptor being a notable example. Additionally, lagerpetids represent an important group of early dinosauromorphs that coexisted with early dinosaurs, offering valuable information on the early stages of dinosaur evolution.
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