Megapnosaurus | Big Dead Lizard of Zimbabwe’s Early Jurassic
Meet Megapnosaurus, a slender, two-legged theropod from Zimbabwe’s Early Jurassic whose name and link to Coelophysis are still debated.
Early Jurassic
Scutellosaurus | Little Shield Lizard of Arizona’s Early Jurassic
Meet Scutellosaurus, an early armored dinosaur from Arizona’s Kayenta Formation that carried hundreds of bony scutes and walked on two legs.
Vulcanodon | Early Jurassic Giant of Lake Kariba
Meet Vulcanodon, one of the earliest sauropods, a heavy four-legged dinosaur from Zimbabwe’s Early Jurassic found on an island in Lake Kariba.
Sinosaurus | Twin-Crested Hunter of Early Jurassic Yunnan
Meet Sinosaurus, a twin-crested predatory theropod from the Early Jurassic Lufeng Formation of Yunnan, China, with a famously tangled naming history.
Massospondylus | Long-Necked Nester of South Africa’s Early Jurassic
Meet Massospondylus, a long-necked herbivore from South Africa’s Early Jurassic, with more than 200 specimens referred to it, from embryos to adults.
Cryolophosaurus | Frozen Crested Hunter of Early Jurassic Antarctica
Meet Cryolophosaurus, a crested Early Jurassic predator dug from high on Antarctica’s Mt. Kirkpatrick and the first non-avian dinosaur formally named from the continent.
Bishanopliosaurus | Carnivore Plesiosaur of Early-Middle Jurassic
Picture yourself in the waters of the Early to Middle Jurassic Period, where marine reptiles like Bishanopliosaurus ruled the waterways. … Read more
Ledumahadi | Giant Thunderclap of the Early Jurassic
In the ancient landscapes of southern Africa, a colossal herbivore roamed the Early Jurassic floodplains. Known as Ledumahadi, this dinosaur’s … Read more
Archaeocursor | The Early Jurassic Runner from Asia
The discovery of Archaeocursor opens a fascinating window into the Early Jurassic world of dinosaurs. Unearthed in the Ziliujing Formation … Read more
Pulanesaura | Rain-Maker Lizard of the Early Jurassic
Beneath the ancient skies of the Early Jurassic, a remarkable creature known as Pulanesaura roamed what is now southern Africa. … Read more
Antetonitrus | Early Sauropod Relative “Before the Thunder”
In the Early Jurassic, amidst South Africa’s vast floodplains, a remarkable dinosaur walked the Earth. Known as Antetonitrus, its name … Read more
Mussaurus: The “Mouse Lizard” from the Early Jurassic
Discovered deep within the dusty lands of Patagonia, Mussaurus offers us a unique glimpse into the world of early sauropodomorph … Read more
Dilophosaurus | Double-Crested Predator of the Early Jurassic
The Early Jurassic Period was home to many intriguing dinosaurs, but one that stands out is Dilophosaurus. Known for the … Read more
Adeopapposaurus: The “Far Eating” Lizard from the Early Jurassic
Imagine traveling back to the Early Jurassic Period, almost 200 million years ago, in what is now Argentina. Amid the … Read more
Anchisaurus: America’s “Near Lizard” of the Early Jurassic
Imagine walking through the verdant forests of the Early Jurassic, where towering ferns and conifers dominate the landscape. Amid this … Read more
Arcusaurus: Rainbow Reptile of the Early Jurassic
Imagine stepping back in time to the Early Jurassic Period, when the land was dominated by a variety of intriguing … Read more
Eocursor: The Dawn Runner of the Early Jurassic
Cast your mind back more than 200 million years, to the Late Triassic. A time when dinosaurs were just beginning … Read more
Pegomastax: A Small Dinosaur with a Strong Jaw from the Early Jurassic
Imagine a creature from the distant past, small yet formidable, with a name that means “Strong Jaw.” This is Pegomastax, … Read more
Abrictosaurus: Wakeful Lizard of the Early Jurassic
Imagine a world dominated by towering ferns and dense forests, where small yet agile dinosaurs roamed the land. Among these … Read more
Dracovenator: The Dragon Hunter of Early Jurassic
Imagine a world where dragons roamed the Earth. In the foothills of the majestic Drakensberg Mountains, aptly named “Dragon’s Mountain,” … Read more
Lesothosaurus: Unveiling the Early Jurassic Herbivore
Delving into the prehistoric world, Lesothosaurus stands out as a fascinating subject of study. This small, bipedal dinosaur, whose name … Read more
Scelidosaurus: Unveiling the Early Jurassic Herbivore
Scelidosaurus may not be as familiar as the mighty Tyrannosaurus or the elegant Brachiosaurus, yet it holds a unique place … Read more
Lycorhinus: Unveiling the Mysteries of an Early Jurassic Herbivore
Delving into the world of dinosaurs, we often encounter fascinating creatures that roamed the Earth millions of years ago. Among … Read more
Lufengosaurus: A Journey Through Time with the Early Jurassic Giant
As we delve into ancient worlds, it’s impossible not to be captivated by the majestic creatures that once roamed our … Read more
Kotasaurus: Unveiling the Early Jurassic Gem from India
Let’s embark on a jurassic journey, one that takes us back to a time when colossal creatures roamed the Earth. … Read more
Heterodontosaurus – The Tiny Different-Toothed Dino
Heterodontosaurus, whose name literally means “different toothed lizard,” offers a fascinating glimpse into a distant past. Its unique dental arrangement … Read more
Sarcosaurus | European Jurassic Carnivore Theropod Dinosaur
Through this article we’re taking a journey back in time, specifically to the Early Jurassic period, to explore the life … Read more
Coelophysis | Ancient Predator from the Late Triassic Period
Coelophysis, whose name means “hollow form,” roamed the earth during the Late Triassic period, meaning this was a really early … Read more
Aardonyx | The Earth Claw Dinosaur from South Africa
Aardonyx celestae, which means ‘Celestial Earth Claw’ was a sauropodomorh dinosaur living in what is today the south of the … Read more