Anchisauripus australis

Anchisauripus australis

†Anchisauripus australis is a dinosaur ichnospecies (fossil trackway) attributed to a small carnivorous theropod, discovered in Argentina. Its tridactyl footprints share morphological features with North American Anchisauripus ichnotaxa, suggesting broad geographic distribution of similar small bipedal theropods during the Mesozoic era.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Anchisauripus australis 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.

Discovery & Naming

Địa điểm khám phá Argentina

Quick Facts

Chế độ ăn Carnivore

Câu hỏi thường gặp

What did Anchisauripus australis eat?
Anchisauripus australis was a carnivore.
Where were Anchisauripus australis fossils found?
Fossils of Anchisauripus australis were found in Argentina.

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