👉 The term "hesperornithid" is commonly used in the field of paleontology to refer to a group of birds that are characterized by their long beaks and their ability to dive for food. These birds are often referred to as "bird dinosaurs," as they were believed to have been the ancestors of modern birds, which evolved after these dinosaurs. However, there is still much debate about the exact relationship between these birds and other dinosaurs, including whether they were related at all or if they
