But I agree with your point. The notion that aerodynamic wings (or
proto-wings) were incompatible with predation is difficult to take too
seriously.
However, I would still suggest that if forearms were used to control or
subdue struggling prey, long remiges would be at considerable risk of
damage or fouling. That might be a better reason for expecting such an
animal to lack them than aerodynamic considerations.
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