Secernosaurus
Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Ornithopoda · Infraorder: Iguanodontia · Family: Hadrosauridae
The second most primitive hadrosaur known, Secernosauruswas the first to be found in the southern hemisphere.
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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 Secernosaurus mean?
The name Secernosaurus means “Severed Lizard, or Separate Lizard”. It is pronounced sih-KER-nuh-SAWR-us.
When did Secernosaurus live?
Secernosaurus lived during the Late Cretaceous.
Was Secernosaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Secernosaurus was a herbivore.
How big was Secernosaurus?
Secernosaurus was about 9.8 feet (3 meters) long, around 5.5 feet (1.5 meters) tall.
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