Aralosaurus
Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Ornithopoda · Infraorder: Iguanodontia · Family: Hadrosauridae
Fragmentary remains of Aralosaurus were discovered in Kazakhstan. Very little is known of Aralosaurus; however, it did have different teeth in the upper and lower jaws, which identify it as a hadrosaur.
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 Aralosaurus mean?
The name Aralosaurus means “Aral Lizard”. It is pronounced ar-al-uh-SAWR-us.
Was Aralosaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Aralosaurus was a herbivore.
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