Prehistoric flying reptiles lived on diet of squid and fish, scientists reveal

The pterosaur Campylognathoides hunting squid (University of Portsmouth/Samuel Cooper) - (PA Media)

Scientists have found that prehistoric flying reptiles that lived 182 million years ago lived on a diet of small fish and squid.

The “first-ever discovery” of the fossilised stomach contents of pterosaurs has led to a unique glimpse into the feeding habits of the giant species, which had wingspans of up to 12 metres (39ft).