Omeisaurus
Order: Saurischia · Suborder: Sauropodomorpha · Infraorder: Sauropoda · Family: Euhelopodidae (family not firmly confirmed)
Like Mammenchisaurus, Omeisaurus had an extremely long neck. Because large numbers of this dinosaur were discovered in close proximity, it may be that Omeisaurus traveled in herds.
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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 Omeisaurus mean?
The name Omeisaurus means “Omei Lizard”. It is pronounced o-MY-ee-SAWR-us.
When did Omeisaurus live?
Omeisaurus lived during the Late Jurassic.
Was Omeisaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Omeisaurus was a herbivore.
How big was Omeisaurus?
Omeisaurus was about 66 feet (20.1 meters) long, around 30 feet (9.1 meters) tall.
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