Paradictyoolithus zhuangqianensis

Paradictyoolithus zhuangqianensis

† Paradictyoolithus zhuangqianensis was a fossil egg ichnotaxon (Dinosauria) from China. These Late Cretaceous fossil eggs are attributed to dinosaurian or avian parents and provide evidence of nesting behavior and reproductive strategies in ancient ecosystems.

Time Period

Cretaceous Late Mesozoic Era

Paradictyoolithus zhuangqianensis lived during the Cretaceous Late period of the Mesozoic Era, approximately 100,5 to 66,0 million years ago.

The final age of dinosaurs, featuring iconic species like Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, and Velociraptor. Dinosaurs reached their peak diversity before the catastrophic asteroid impact at the Chicxulub crater ended the Mesozoic Era.

Discovery & Naming

Fundort China

Quick Facts

Geologischer Zeitraum Cretaceous Late

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When did Paradictyoolithus zhuangqianensis live?
Paradictyoolithus zhuangqianensis lived during the Cretaceous Late period (Mesozoic Era, 100.5–66.0 million years ago).
Where were Paradictyoolithus zhuangqianensis fossils found?
Fossils of Paradictyoolithus zhuangqianensis were found in China.

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