Enigmosaurus
Order: Saurischia · Suborder: Theropoda · Family: Therizinosauridae
As its name suggests, Enigmosaurus is known only from the fragmentary remains of its pelvis. Though classified asa saurischian, this dinosaur had a peculiar reverted pubis seen in the dromaeosaurids, but they are not closely related to that group.
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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 Enigmosaurus mean?
The name Enigmosaurus means “Mysterious Lizard”. It is pronounced e-NIG-ma-SAWR-us.
When did Enigmosaurus live?
Enigmosaurus lived during the Late Cretaceous.
Was Enigmosaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Enigmosaurus was a herbivore.
How big was Enigmosaurus?
Enigmosaurus was about 23 feet (7 meters) long, around 10 feet (3 meters) tall.
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