Emausaurus
Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Thyreophora · Family: Scelidosauridae
A nearly complete skull was discovered in Germany. This small dinosaur is related to Scutellosaurus andScelidosaurus. It had a narrow snout and palate.
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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 Emausaurus mean?
The name Emausaurus means “Named after”. It is pronounced ee-mau-SAWR-us.
When did Emausaurus live?
Emausaurus lived during the Early Jurassic.
Was Emausaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Emausaurus was a herbivore.
How big was Emausaurus?
Emausaurus was about 6 feet (1.8 meters) long, around 2 feet (0.6 meters) tall, weighing up to 500 pounds (227 kg).
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