Paradictyoolithus xiaxishanensis

Paradictyoolithus xiaxishanensis

† Paradictyoolithus xiaxishanensis was a fossil egg ichnotaxon (Dinosauria) from China. These Late Cretaceous fossil eggs are attributed to dinosaurian or avian parents and provide evidence of nesting behavior and reproductive strategies in ancient ecosystems.

Time Period

Cretaceous Late Mesozoic Era

Paradictyoolithus xiaxishanensis 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

Lugar de descubrimiento China

Quick Facts

Período geológico Cretaceous Late

Preguntas frecuentes

When did Paradictyoolithus xiaxishanensis live?
Paradictyoolithus xiaxishanensis lived during the Cretaceous Late period (Mesozoic Era, 100.5–66.0 million years ago).
Where were Paradictyoolithus xiaxishanensis fossils found?
Fossils of Paradictyoolithus xiaxishanensis were found in China.

Compare with Similar Dinosaurs

Explore More

Explore the Natural World

Discover more across the Nature FYI family