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Technosaurus

Mounted Iguanodon skeleton, a large Early Cretaceous herbivore
Photo: Kritzolina, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Pronunciation
TEK-no-SAWR-us
Name means
(Texas)Tech (University) Lizard
Diet
Herbivore
Posture
Quadrupedal
Period
Late Triassic

Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Not known · Infraorder: Not known · Family: Not known

Technosaurus was discovered near Lubbock, Texas. The remains found were from the lower jaw, an upper jaw fragment, and other lower bones. The dinosaur has been classified as an Ornithischian, but may be an early prosauropod.

Triceratops skull showing the three horns and large bony frill
Photo: Vicpeters, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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Frequently asked questions

What does Technosaurus mean?

The name Technosaurus means “(Texas)Tech (University) Lizard”. It is pronounced TEK-no-SAWR-us.

When did Technosaurus live?

Technosaurus lived during the Late Triassic.

Was Technosaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?

Technosaurus was a herbivore.

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