Rinchenia mongoliensis

Rinchenia mongoliensis

species of reptiles (fossil)

Diet & Feeding

Omnivore

Rinchenia mongoliensis had a varied diet that included both plants and animals. Omnivorous dinosaurs were versatile feeders, able to exploit multiple food sources, which gave them an advantage in changing environments.

Time Period

Cretaceous Late Mesozoic Era

Rinchenia mongoliensis 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 Mongolia

Quick Facts

Geologic Period Cretaceous Late
Diet Omnivore

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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