Kwanasaurus williamparkeri

Kwanasaurus williamparkeri

† Liliensternus liliensterni was a medium-sized coelophysoid theropod from the Late Triassic of Germany. At ~5m, it was among Europe's largest Early Mesozoic carnivores, bipedal with a slender build, predating early ornithischians and prosauropods.

Diet & Feeding

Herbivore

Kwanasaurus williamparkeri 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

Triassic Late Mesozoic Era

Kwanasaurus williamparkeri lived during the Triassic Late period of the Mesozoic Era, approximately 237,0 to 201,4 million years ago.

The first true dinosaurs appeared during the late Triassic, including early theropods like Eoraptor and Herrerasaurus. Dinosaurs were still small and not yet dominant. The period ended with the Triassic-Jurassic extinction event.

Discovery & Naming

Lieu de découverte United States

Quick Facts

Période géologique Triassic Late
Alimentation Herbivore

Questions fréquentes

When did Kwanasaurus williamparkeri live?
Kwanasaurus williamparkeri lived during the Triassic Late period (Mesozoic Era, 237.0–201.4 million years ago).
What did Kwanasaurus williamparkeri eat?
Kwanasaurus williamparkeri was a herbivore.
Where were Kwanasaurus williamparkeri fossils found?
Fossils of Kwanasaurus williamparkeri were found in United States.

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