Macrophalangia
Order: Saurischia · Suborder: Theropoda · Infraorder: Tetanurae · Family: Elmisauridae
This dinosaur, discovered in Alberta, Canada, was named for its long toes. Also discovered in the same formation wasChirostenotes, and when a partial skeleton was later recovered, it was determined that Chirostenotes and Macrophalangia were the same creature.
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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 Macrophalangia mean?
The name Macrophalangia means “Big Phalanges”. It is pronounced mak-row-fuh-LAN-jee-uh.
When did Macrophalangia live?
Macrophalangia lived during the Late Cretaceous.
Was Macrophalangia a carnivore or a herbivore?
Macrophalangia was a carnivore.
How big was Macrophalangia?
Macrophalangia was about 7 feet (2.1 meters) long, around 4 feet (1.2 meters) tall.
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