Qianjiangsaurus changshengi

Qianjiangsaurus changshengi

† Qianjiangsaurus changshengi was a sauropod dinosaur from China. A herbivore dinosaur of the Late Cretaceous, it inhabited the terrestrial ecosystems of this region. Fossil material documents its morphology and provides data on Mesozoic faunal diversity.

Diet & Feeding

Herbivore

Qianjiangsaurus changshengi 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

Qianjiangsaurus changshengi 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 China

Quick Facts

Geologic Period Cretaceous Late
Diet Herbivore

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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