Re: New alvarezsaurid

[Dinogeorge <Dinogeorge@aol.com>]

In a message dated 98-03-25 18:53:44 EST, m_troutman@hotmail.com writes:

<< I don't think that the 'preening' model makes sense. Hoatzin chicks, 
 with their stiff mani and seperate fingers do not preen themselves with 
 them. Preening is important for birds ( well, at least in my bird ). >>

I didn't mean for this suggestion to be taken seriously!
 
<< The best, present interpretation is that it evolved for climbing. >>

Inasmuch as I favor a similar interpretation, I'll take your word for it.