Fossil Specimens
There are two specimens of Masillaraptor. Only one specimen was referenced for classification because the other is housed in an unknown private collection. Both specimens are a slab of rock containing a nearly complete, articulate but poorly preserved skeleton. The specimens are both believed to be adult members of the species. Both specimens were discovered in the Messel pit, an old shale mine known for the extremely well preserved fossils that have been discovered there. It is hoped that more specimens will be discovered and more will be learned about these prehistoric birds.
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