Garudimimus
Order: Saurischia · Suborder: Theropoda · Infraorder: Tetanurae · Family: Garudimimidae
Garudimimus was found in southern Mongolia. Like otherornithomimids, it resembled the modern day ostrich. Unlike them, it had more toes (4) and backward-pointing horns above its eyes. Garudimimus predates other ornithomimosaurs.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Garudimimus mean?
The name Garudimimus means “Garuda (a mythological bird) Mimic”. It is pronounced gah-RUE-dih-my-mus.
When did Garudimimus live?
Garudimimus lived during the Late Cretaceous.
Was Garudimimus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Garudimimus was a carnivore.
How big was Garudimimus?
Garudimimus was about 11.8 feet (3.6 meters) long, around 7 feet (2.1 meters) tall.
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