Eubrontes zigongensis

Eubrontes zigongensis

† Eubrontes zigongensis — a Early Jurassic from China taxon. Carnivorous predator. Discovered in China; contributes to the local paleofaunal record.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Eubrontes zigongensis was a meat-eating predator. Carnivorous dinosaurs were active hunters or scavengers, equipped with sharp teeth and claws for catching and consuming prey. They occupied the top of the food chain in their ecosystems.

Time Period

Jurassic Early Mesozoic Era

Eubrontes zigongensis 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

Discovery Location China

Quick Facts

Geologic Period Jurassic Early
Diet Carnivore

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Eubrontes zigongensis live?
Eubrontes zigongensis lived during the Jurassic Early period (Mesozoic Era, 201.4–174.7 million years ago).
What did Eubrontes zigongensis eat?
Eubrontes zigongensis was a carnivore.
Where were Eubrontes zigongensis fossils found?
Fossils of Eubrontes zigongensis were found in China.

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