Jeholosauridae

Jeholosauridae

† Jeholosauridae — a Early Cretaceous dinosaur from Russia. Herbivorous browser. Discovered in Russia; contributes to the local paleofaunal record. Discovered in Russia; contributes to the local paleofaunal record.

Diet & Feeding

Herbivore

Jeholosauridae 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

Cretaceous Early Mesozoic Era

Jeholosauridae lived during the Cretaceous Early period of the Mesozoic Era, approximately 145.0 to 100.5 million years ago.

白垩纪见证了恐龙的持续演化，鸟脚类和早期角龙类兴起。开花植物首次出现并开始改变陆地生态系统。棘龙和其他大型兽脚类在此时期生活。

Discovery & Naming

发现地点 Russia

Quick Facts

地质时代 Cretaceous Early
食性 Herbivore

常见问题

When did Jeholosauridae live?
Jeholosauridae lived during the Cretaceous Early period (Mesozoic Era, 145.0–100.5 million years ago).
What did Jeholosauridae eat?
Jeholosauridae was a herbivore.
Where were Jeholosauridae fossils found?
Fossils of Jeholosauridae were found in Russia.

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