Einiosaurus procurvicornis

Einiosaurus procurvicornis

extinct species of centrosaurine ceratopsian

Diet & Feeding

Herbivore

Einiosaurus procurvicornis 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

Einiosaurus procurvicornis 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 United States

Quick Facts

Geologic Period Cretaceous Late
Diet Herbivore

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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