Datousaurus
Order: Saurischia · Suborder: Sauropodomorpha · Infraorder: Sauropoda · Family: Cetiosauridae
Sauropod skulls were small and light-boned, and finds are rare, but a complete Datousaurus skull exists. It is not certain, however, that the skull and skeleton of this find are from the samedinosaur.
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 Datousaurus mean?
The name Datousaurus means “Datou Lizard”. It is pronounced DAH-too-SAWR-us.
Was Datousaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Datousaurus was a herbivore.
How big was Datousaurus?
Datousaurus was about 49.2 feet (15 meters) long.
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