Argentinosaurus huinculensis

Argentinosaurus huinculensis

extinct species of sauropod dinosaurs (Sauropoda)

Diet & Feeding

Herbivore

Argentinosaurus huinculensis was a plant-eating dinosaur. Herbivores typically fed on ferns, cycads, conifers, and other vegetation available during their era. Many herbivorous dinosaurs developed specialized teeth and digestive systems for processing tough plant material.

Time Period

Cretaceous Late Mesozoic Era

Argentinosaurus huinculensis 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

Discovery Location Argentina

Quick Facts

Geologic Period Cretaceous Late
Diet Herbivore

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Argentinosaurus huinculensis live?
Argentinosaurus huinculensis lived during the Cretaceous Late period (Mesozoic Era, 100.5–66.0 million years ago).
What did Argentinosaurus huinculensis eat?
Argentinosaurus huinculensis was a herbivore.
Where were Argentinosaurus huinculensis fossils found?
Fossils of Argentinosaurus huinculensis were found in Argentina.

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