Pteranodon

Overview
The Pteranadons are ranked among the dinosaurs. They are large reptilian-like creatures who are both encountered in the wild and even occasionally trained for use as flying mounts, much like dragons albeit a lot less intelligent mounts.

Physical description
A pteranadon sports a big resemblance with other dinosaurs with their sharp talons and lizard like skin made up out of scales. One of the few flying dinosaur species, this monster is able to fly quite aptly due to its leathery wings. Combined with a beak, the pteranadon holds the middle ground between a reptile and a bird, although its beak is beset with razor-sharp teeth.

Combat
When attacking in combat, pteranadons use the same technique as when they swoop down on water to catch the fish they feed on. Diving steeply, they like to swoop down on their opponents both in aerial combat as when attacking opponents on the ground.

Training a pteranadon for use as a flying mount in aerial combat is possible but is hard work. It takes a skilled rider six weeks of training, but they make due to their ability to dive onto unsuspecting target a formidable opponent to be feared. Being strong creatures they can also be employed as flying freighters for cargo since they can drag up to 4,500 pounds.

In the Forgotten Realms
The Jungles of Chult form the habitat for most dinosaurs, including the pteranadon.