Pteranodon
This flying reptile has two huge wings and a distinctive backwardsweeping crest decorating its head.
Pteranodon (CR 3)
Large AnimalAlignment: Neutral
Initiative: +8
Senses: Low-Light Vision, Scent; Perception +11
Speed: 10 feet, Fly 50 feet (clumsy)
Space: 10 feet
Defense
Armor Class: 16, touch 14, flat-footed 11 (+4 Dex, +1 dodge, +2 natural, -1 size)Hit Points: 32 (5d8+10)
Saving Throws: Fort +6, Ref +8, Will +3
Offense
Melee: bite +5 (2d6+4)Reach: 10 feet
Statistics
| Str | Dex | Con | Int | Wis | Cha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 (+3) | 19 (+4) | 15 (+2) | 2 (-4) | 15 (+2) | 12 (+1) |
CMB +7
CMD 21
Feats: Dodge, Improved Initiative, Skill Focus (Perception)
Skills: Fly -1, Perception +11
Languages:
Special Abilities
NONEEcology
Environment: Warm CoastlinesOrganization: solitary, pair, or flock (3-12)
Treasure: none
The pteranodon is not itself a dinosaur but rather a large flying reptile that is often found in areas dinosaurs are common. Its flight lacks grace, so it lands on the ground to fight foes it can't carry away.
A pteranodon has a wingspan of 30 feet but only weighs 40 pounds.
Pteranodon Companions Starting Statistics: Size Medium; Speed 10 ft., fly 50 ft. (clumsy AC +0 natural armor; Attack bite (1d8 Ability Scores Str 8, Dex 21, Con 10, Int 2, Wis 14, Cha 12; Special Qualities low-light vision, scent.
7th-Level Advancement: Size Large; AC +2 natural armor; Attack bite (2d6 Ability Scores Str +8, Dex -2, Con +4.