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Handout
University of California

Ucmp: Aves: Fossil Record

For Students 9th - 10th
A very good article on the fossil evidence and the prominent theory on the evolution of birds. Addresses both sides and presents information. Predominently agrees with the pro-dinosaurian point of view.
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eBook
University of Guelph

Canada's Aquatic Environment/evolution of Birds

For Students 9th - 10th
A good site that goes over the similarities and differences of reptiles and birds. Good look at the issue from a seemingly neutral view.
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Handout
University of California

Ucmp: Systematics

For Students 9th - 10th
A good overview of the radiation within the class through geologic time.
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Activity
University of Guelph

Aquatic Environments: Birds

For Students 9th - 10th
A great site for bird lovers or anyone seeking interesting information on birds. Provides links to other bird links such as bird species, descriptions, game and more!
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Handout
PBS

Pbs/evolution: Birds Arrived Comparitively Late

For Students 9th - 10th
Good discussion of both sides of the debate over the origins of birds. Presents the recent evidence that seems to lean in the direction of the pro-dinosaur ancestry argument.
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Handout
Other

Ornithology: The Evolution of Birds

For Students 9th - 10th
Site provides a good overview of avian evolution debate without taking a firm stance on the dino-ancestry issue. Gives the broad ideas concerning bird origin and evolution.