The Skin of Dinosaurs Came in Many Colors
Cutting-edge research on fossilized skin and feathers has revealed that dinosaurs boasted a surprising variety of colors and patterns. Analysis of melanosomes—pigment-containing structures—suggests that some species flaunted vibrant hues for camouflage or display, overturning the old idea of dull, gray-green dinosaurs. These discoveries add a new layer of excitement to our understanding of how we imagine these ancient creatures.