Irisosaurus yimenensis

Irisosaurus yimenensis

† Irisosaurus yimenensis — an Early Jurassic basal sauropodomorph from Yunnan Province, China. Small to medium herbivore; from the Lower Lufeng Formation. Part of the diverse Yunnan prosauropod fauna that includes Yunnanosaurus and Lufengosaurus. Represents the early phase of sauropodomorph divers.

Time Period

Jurassic Early Mesozoic Era

Irisosaurus yimenensis 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

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Irisosaurus yimenensis live?
Irisosaurus yimenensis lived during the Jurassic Early period (Mesozoic Era, 201.4–174.7 million years ago).
Where were Irisosaurus yimenensis fossils found?
Fossils of Irisosaurus yimenensis were found in China.

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