The largest-ever study of #bird genomes has produced a remarkably clear picture of the bird family tree.

The study shows that most of the modern groups of #birds first appeared within 5 million years after the extinction of the #dinosaurs.

The new family tree overturns some previous ideas about bird relationships, while also revealing some new groupings.

#biology #evolution #taxonomy
https://theconversation.com/after-10-years-of-work-landmark-study-reveals-new-tree-of-life-for-all-birds-living-today-226743