Agilisaurus
Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Ornithopoda · Family: Hypsilophodontidae
Most of what is known of Agilisaurus comes from a fossilized skeletonexcavated from the Dashanpu quarry in Sichuan, China. The size and strength of its hind leg bones suggest this dinosaur was a fast runner (hence its name).
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Reference background: Natural History Museum, London — Dinosaurs; Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History — Dinosaurs; American Museum of Natural History — Dinosaurs & Fossils. Figures are typical published ranges; taxonomy follows the source era and modern consensus is noted where it differs. See our sources & fact-check policy.
Frequently asked questions
What does Agilisaurus mean?
The name Agilisaurus means “Nimble Lizard”. It is pronounced uh-JIL-uh-SAWR-us.
When did Agilisaurus live?
Agilisaurus lived during the Middle Jurassic.
Was Agilisaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Agilisaurus was a herbivore.
How big was Agilisaurus?
Agilisaurus was about 3.5 - 4 feet (1.2 - 1.7 meters) long.
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