Yangchuanosaurus
Order: Saurischia · Suborder: Theropoda · Infraorder: Ceratosauria · Family: Megalosauridae (family not firmly confirmed)
Yangchuanosaurus was closely related to Megalosaurus, and possibly related to Metriacanthosaurus.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Yangchuanosaurus mean?
The name Yangchuanosaurus means “Yang-ch'uan Lizard”. It is pronounced yang-chew-ANN-uh-SAWR-us.
When did Yangchuanosaurus live?
Yangchuanosaurus lived during the Late Jurassic.
Was Yangchuanosaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Yangchuanosaurus was a carnivore.
How big was Yangchuanosaurus?
Yangchuanosaurus was about 32.8 feet (10 meters) long, around 15 feet (4.6 meters) tall.
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