New Exhibit at Crater Rock Museum, Pterosaur Skeleton Replica
Len Eisenberg, Geologist and long-time Roxy Ann Gem and Mineral Society member, recently donated a pterosaur skeleton replica, which is on display now at the Crater Rock Museum. The Society and the Museum thank Len for his generosity! “ Pterry” (pronounced Terry!), as he’s been nick-named, will delight all who visit our museum for years to come.
Pterodactyls (Pterodactylus or Pteranodon) are the world’s most familiar pterosaurs, or flying reptiles. Pterry is from the late Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. The most distinctive feature of Pteranodon is its backward-pointing skull crest. It’s been speculated that this crest was used as a mid-flight rudder, while others claim it is a sexually selected characteristic of the male, whose bigger crest made him more attractive to females. At any rate, the function of the crest remains a mystery to this day.
February 15, Crater Rock Museum officially welcomes Pterry. Len Eisenberg will present four seminars, and point out Pterry’s unique features. Following Len’s presentation, be sure to see the rest of the museum. Those of you have not had the opportunity to visit us will learn that, in addition to rocks, minerals & gems, we have several exhibits. Including glass works by students of the Dale Chihuly School, carvings from the Orient, a rare Scrimshaw collection, African Artifacts, Anastasi pottery, Eskimo cultural artifacts, and much, much more!
Crater Rock Museum, 2002 Scenic Avenue. February 15. Pterosaur seminars: 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm & 2:30pm. Admission (includes seminars): Adults, $5; Seniors, $3; Students $2; Children 6 and under, FREE. For more information call 541-664-6081, or 541-608-8091
Posted December 31, 2013
