Dracopelta
Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Thyreophora · Infraorder: Ankylosauria · Family: Nodosauridae
Discovered in western Portugal, Dracopelta is one of the earliest ankylosaurs discovered thus far. It was equipped with five different types of armor.
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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 Dracopelta mean?
The name Dracopelta means “Small Shield Dragon”. It is pronounced dray-ko-PEL-tah.
When did Dracopelta live?
Dracopelta lived during the Late Jurassic.
Was Dracopelta a carnivore or a herbivore?
Dracopelta was a herbivore.
How big was Dracopelta?
Dracopelta was about 7 feet (2.1 meters) long, around 2.5 feet (0.8 meters) tall.
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