Camarasaurus lentus

† Camarasaurus lentus was a medium-sized species of the macronarian sauropod Camarasaurus from the Late Jurassic Morrison Formation of the United States. Smaller than its relatives C. supremus and C. grandis, it was a quadrupedal herbivore estimated at roughly 15 m in length. Its species name 'lentus' (slow, supple) reflects the perceived gracility of its build compared to other species. C. lentus specimens have provided valuable ontogenetic data on sauropod growth rates.

Diet & Feeding

Herbivore

Camarasaurus lentus 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

Jurassic Late Mesozoic Era

Camarasaurus lentus lived during the Jurassic Late period of the Mesozoic Era, approximately 161.5 to 145.0 million years ago.

One of the most iconic periods for dinosaurs. Giant sauropods like Brachiosaurus and Diplodocus roamed alongside predators like Allosaurus. Archaeopteryx, the earliest known bird, appeared. The Morrison Formation preserves an extraordinary fossil record from this time.