Platypterna gracillima

Platypterna gracillima

† Platypterna gracillima 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

Platypterna gracillima 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

Local de descoberta United States

Quick Facts

Período geológico Jurassic Early

Perguntas frequentes

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

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