Hispanosauropus

Hispanosauropus

† Hispanosauropus — a Late Jurassic dinosaur from United States. Carnivorous predator. Discovered in United States; contributes to the local paleofaunal record.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Hispanosauropus was a meat-eating predator. Carnivorous dinosaurs were active hunters or scavengers, equipped with sharp teeth and claws for catching and consuming prey. They occupied the top of the food chain in their ecosystems.

Time Period

Jurassic Late Mesozoic Era

Hispanosauropus 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.

Discovery & Naming

Keşif Yeri United States

Quick Facts

Jeolojik Dönem Jurassic Late
Diyet Carnivore

Sıkça Sorulan Sorular

When did Hispanosauropus live?
Hispanosauropus lived during the Jurassic Late period (Mesozoic Era, 161.5–145.0 million years ago).
What did Hispanosauropus eat?
Hispanosauropus was a carnivore.
Where were Hispanosauropus fossils found?
Fossils of Hispanosauropus were found in United States.

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