Mussaurus patagonicus

Mussaurus patagonicus

† Mussaurus patagonicus is an Early Jurassic sauropodiform from Patagonia, Argentina. Known from hatchlings and adults, adults may have reached ~6 m and ~1,500 kg. Herd behavior is suggested by mass nursery assemblages.

Time Period

Jurassic Early Mesozoic Era

Mussaurus patagonicus lived during the Jurassic Early period of the Mesozoic Era, approximately 201,4 to 174,7 million years ago.

After the Triassic-Jurassic extinction, dinosaurs rapidly diversified and became the dominant land vertebrates. Early sauropods and theropods began to evolve larger body sizes.

Discovery & Naming

موقع الاكتشاف Argentina

Quick Facts

الحقبة الجيولوجية Jurassic Early

الأسئلة الشائعة

When did Mussaurus patagonicus live?
Mussaurus patagonicus lived during the Jurassic Early period (Mesozoic Era, 201.4–174.7 million years ago).
Where were Mussaurus patagonicus fossils found?
Fossils of Mussaurus patagonicus were found in Argentina.

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