Saturnaliidae

Saturnaliidae

† Saturnaliidae was an extinct vertebrate (Aves or Reptilia) from Russia. A carnivore of the Early Jurassic, it inhabited the ecosystems of this region. Fossils contribute to understanding the paleontological diversity of this area and time period.

Time Period

Jurassic Early Mesozoic Era

Saturnaliidae 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 Russia

Quick Facts

الحقبة الجيولوجية Jurassic Early

الأسئلة الشائعة

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

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