Trihamus elegans

Trihamus elegans

† Trihamus elegans is an Early Jurassic ichnospecies from the United States, representing small reptile or dinosaurian footprints with a distinctive three-hook claw morphology. These trace fossils document early Mesozoic ground-dwelling fauna of North America.

Time Period

Jurassic Early Mesozoic Era

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

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