Geranosaurus
Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Ornithopoda · Family: Heterodontosauridae
Discovered in South Africa, Geranosaurus possessed front teeth that were larger than the rest of its teeth, as well as canine teeth.
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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 Geranosaurus mean?
The name Geranosaurus means “Crane Lizard”. It is pronounced jer-AN-uh-SAWR-us.
When did Geranosaurus live?
Geranosaurus lived during the Early Jurassic.
Was Geranosaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Geranosaurus was a herbivore.
How big was Geranosaurus?
Geranosaurus was about 4 feet (1.2 meters) long, around 2 feet (0.6 meters) tall.
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