Plateosauridae

Plateosauridae

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

Time Period

Jurassic Middle Mesozoic Era

Plateosauridae lived during the Jurassic Middle period of the Mesozoic Era, approximately 174.7 to 161.5 million years ago.

Dinosaur diversity continued to increase, with the evolution of large sauropods and diverse theropods. Stegosaurs first appeared, and the supercontinent Pangaea was breaking apart.

Discovery & Naming

สถานที่ค้นพบ China

Quick Facts

ยุคธรณีวิทยา Jurassic Middle

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When did Plateosauridae live?
Plateosauridae lived during the Jurassic Middle period (Mesozoic Era, 174.7–161.5 million years ago).
Where were Plateosauridae fossils found?
Fossils of Plateosauridae were found in China.

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