A new dinosaur species discovered in China didn't roar, it chirped like a bird

A new dinosaur species discovered in China didn't roar, it chirped like a bird

With each new discovery in paleontology, we are gradually moving away from the Hollywood-inspired image of dinosaurs popularized by the Jurassic Park series. One of the most striking shifts has been in how we envision their appearance. Rather than the tough-skinned reptilian giants depicted on screen, many dinosaurs are now believed to have been covered in feather-like structures similar to modern birds.

This Dinosaur Didn’t Roar, It Chirped Like a Bird

A fascinating discovery in the world of paleontology has shattered the Hollywood-inspired image of dinosaurs popularized by films like Jurassic Park. A newly identified dinosaur species, Pulaosaurus qinglong, discovered in China, presents a significant shift in how scientists think about dinosaur behavior. Instead of the traditional portrayal of terrifying, roaring creatures, Pulaosaurus is believed to have communicated with chirps, much like mo…