Callovosaurus
Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Ornithopoda · Infraorder: Iguanodontia
Callovosaurus is known from incomplete material discovered in England. It is the earliest known member of theiguanodont family, members of which walked on their hind legs but descended to all fours when feeding.
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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 Callovosaurus mean?
The name Callovosaurus means “Callovian Lizard”. It is pronounced cuh-LOW-vuh-SAWR-us.
When did Callovosaurus live?
Callovosaurus lived during the Middle Jurassic.
Was Callovosaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Callovosaurus was a herbivore.
How big was Callovosaurus?
Callovosaurus was about 9 feet (2.7 meters) long, around 4 feet (1.2 meters) tall, weighing up to 125 lbs (56.7 kg).
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