For over 100 years, scientists believed that a fossil from the Jurassic Period in Germany was the earliest evidence of birds. However, recent discoveries have changed this understanding. A new creature from the same period has been found to be more bird-like than previously thought.
The findings suggest that birds evolved much earlier than initially thought. This challenge to the conventional wisdom is based on a detailed analysis of the fossil and comparisons with modern avians. The research provides valuable insights into the evolution of birds, shedding light on their origins during the Jurassic Period.
Source: https://www.wsj.com/science/dinosaur-fossil-china-bird-evolution-discovery-806d5f62