Xenotarsosaurus
Order: Saurischia · Suborder: Theropoda · Infraorder: Ceratosauria · Family: Abelisauridae (family not firmly confirmed)
Xenotarsosaurus is known from fragmentary remains discovered in Argentina. It had fused ankle bones -- an unusual feature in large predatory dinosaurs.
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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 Xenotarsosaurus mean?
The name Xenotarsosaurus means “Strange-Ankle Lizard”. It is pronounced zee-noh-TAR-suh-SAWR-us.
When did Xenotarsosaurus live?
Xenotarsosaurus lived during the Late Cretaceous.
Was Xenotarsosaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Xenotarsosaurus was a carnivore.
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