Shixingoolithus erbeni

Shixingoolithus erbeni

† Shixingoolithus erbeni is a Late Cretaceous ootaxon (fossil egg type) from China, distinguished by its spherical morphology and surface microstructure. Fossil eggs of this type are attributed to theropod or titanosaur dinosaurs nesting in Guangdong.

Time Period

Cretaceous Late Mesozoic Era

Shixingoolithus erbeni 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

खोज स्थान China

Quick Facts

भूवैज्ञानिक युग Cretaceous Late

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

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