Lukousaurus
Order: Saurischia · Suborder: Theropoda (not confirmed)
Known from fragmentary remains, Lukousaurus was once thought to be a coelurosaur, but it appears to be much larger than other coelurosaurians. It may prove notto be a dinosaur at all.
More Jurassic-period dinosaurs →
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 Lukousaurus mean?
The name Lukousaurus means “Lukou Lizard”. It is pronounced LOO-kuh-SAWR-us.
When did Lukousaurus live?
Lukousaurus lived during the Early Jurassic.
Was Lukousaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Lukousaurus was a carnivore.
How big was Lukousaurus?
Lukousaurus was about 6.6 feet (2 meters) long, around 3.5 feet (1.1 meters) tall.
Related dinosaurs
Other dinosaurs from the same period.
Compare the dinosaurs
See size, diet, period and family for hundreds of dinosaurs side by side.
Compare dinosaurs →