Tienshanosaurus
Order: Saurischia · Suborder: Sauropodomorpha · Infraorder: Sauropoda · Family: Camarasauridae (family not firmly confirmed)
Tienshanosaurus was a late Jurassic sauropod that resembled Euhelopus in size and shape. The only remains of Tienshanosuarus were found in Xinjiang, China, and werefragmentary.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Tienshanosaurus mean?
The name Tienshanosaurus means “Tienshan Lizard”. It is pronounced tih-en-SHAN-o-SAWR-us.
When did Tienshanosaurus live?
Tienshanosaurus lived during the Late Jurassic.
Was Tienshanosaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Tienshanosaurus was a herbivore.
How big was Tienshanosaurus?
Tienshanosaurus was about 33 feet (10.1 meters) long, around 16 feet (4.9 meters) tall.
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