A meteor crashed into earth about 65 million years ago, with the result that all the non-avian dinosaurs became extinct. Heritage Malta explained that, in their absence, the avian dinosaurs grew in size and diversified, some evolving into modern day birds.
During the Carnival holidays, holders of Heritage Malta’s Student Passport are invited to three hours of fun and activities, which it said, will reveal more exciting information about this amazing transition.
The activity will be held at the National Museum of Natural History in Mdina, on Tuesday, the 25th of February.
There are now between 10,000 to 18,000 different species of birds in the world. Heritage Malta said that it may come as a surprise to many to discover that the tiny sparrow or the large Wandering Albatross are the direct descendants of those terrible lizards that once upon a time dominated the planet.
Following the evolution of the avian dinosaurs, large-sized “Terror Birds” preyed on smaller mammals, while seabirds started evolving into modern day species.
During the museum event, students will have the opportunity to learn what happened over a period of 65 million years, in which time, scaly animals were growing feathers and mastering the ability of flight. Participants will also see and listen to some local birds; from shearwaters to Buntings.
The activity will start at 10.00am at the National Museum of Natural History, Vilhena Palace, St Publius Square, Mdina.
Students need to present their ticket and their Heritage Malta Passport for participation in this event.
Tickets can be purchased from Heritage Malta museums and sites or online by clicking here [1].
Price: €5 for Heritage Malta Student Passport Holders. Students may be accompanied by their parents at no extra charge.