Andesaurus
Order: Saurischia · Suborder: Sauropodomorpha · Infraorder: Sauropoda · Family: Titanosauridae
Discovered in the Patagonia region of Argentina, Andesaurus resemblesCamarasaurus. Its rear vertebrae are distinctive, being nearly 2 feet (.6 meters) high.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Andesaurus mean?
The name Andesaurus means “Andes (Mountains) Lizard”. It is pronounced AN-dee-SAWR-us.
When did Andesaurus live?
Andesaurus lived during the Middle Cretaceous.
Was Andesaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Andesaurus was a herbivore.
How big was Andesaurus?
Andesaurus was about 59 feet (18 meters) long.
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