Some Dinosaurs Had Colorful Feathers Like Modern Birds
Fossilized feathers from Microraptor and other small theropods show banded patterns and even iridescent colors preserved in microscopic structures. These colors likely helped with camouflage, display, or attracting mates.
💡 Fun detail:
Paleontologists can reconstruct the exact hues by examining the shape of pigment-containing cells inside the fossil feathers.
Source: Nature