Plateosauria

Plateosauria

† Plateosauria was an extinct vertebrate (Aves or Reptilia) from United States. A carnivore of the Early Jurassic, it inhabited the ecosystems of this region. Fossils contribute to understanding the paleontological diversity of this area and time period.

Time Period

Jurassic Early Mesozoic Era

Plateosauria 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

発見場所 United States

Quick Facts

地質時代 Jurassic Early

よくある質問

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

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