Coelurosaurichnus romanovskyi

Coelurosaurichnus romanovskyi

A Middle Jurassic ichnospecies from Tajikistan, Coelurosaurichnus romanovskyi preserves tridactyl theropod footprints from Central Asian strata. Named in honour of geologist Grigory Romanovsky, this trackway extends the temporal range of Coelurosaurichnus into the Middle Jurassic and documents bipedal predatory dinosaur activity in ancient Central Asian environments.

Time Period

Jurassic Middle Mesozoic Era

Coelurosaurichnus romanovskyi lived during the Jurassic Middle period of the Mesozoic Era, approximately 174.7 to 161.5 million years ago.

Dinosaur diversity continued to increase, with the evolution of large sauropods and diverse theropods. Stegosaurs first appeared, and the supercontinent Pangaea was breaking apart.

Discovery & Naming

Discovery Location Tajikistan

Quick Facts

Geologic Period Jurassic Middle

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Coelurosaurichnus romanovskyi live?
Coelurosaurichnus romanovskyi lived during the Jurassic Middle period (Mesozoic Era, 174.7–161.5 million years ago).
Where were Coelurosaurichnus romanovskyi fossils found?
Fossils of Coelurosaurichnus romanovskyi were found in Tajikistan.

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