Harpedactylus tenuissimus

Harpedactylus tenuissimus

† Harpedactylus tenuissimus — a Early Jurassic from United States taxon. Taxon. Discovered in United States; contributes to the local paleofaunal record.

Time Period

Jurassic Early Mesozoic Era

Harpedactylus tenuissimus lived during the Jurassic Early period of the Mesozoic Era, approximately 201,4 to 174,7 million years ago.

After the Triassic-Jurassic extinction, dinosaurs rapidly diversified and became the dominant land vertebrates. Early sauropods and theropods began to evolve larger body sizes.

Discovery & Naming

Lokasi Penemuan United States

Quick Facts

Periode Geologi Jurassic Early

Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan

When did Harpedactylus tenuissimus live?
Harpedactylus tenuissimus lived during the Jurassic Early period (Mesozoic Era, 201.4–174.7 million years ago).
Where were Harpedactylus tenuissimus fossils found?
Fossils of Harpedactylus tenuissimus were found in United States.

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