Omeisaurus (meaning "Omei lizard") is a genus of sauropod dinosaur from the Middle Jurassic Period (Bathonian-Callovian stage) of what is now China. Its name comes from Mount Emei , where it was discovered in the lower Shaximiao Formation of Sichuan Province.

2023年8月20日 · In this article, we’re going to embark on a journey back in time to the Middle Jurassic era to meet a fascinating creature that once roamed the lush forests of what is now China. This creature, known as the Omeisaurus, is a sauropod dinosaur that has captured the interest of paleontologists and dinosaur lovers alike.

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2023年2月17日 · Omeisaurus was a sauropod dinosaur that lived during the Late Jurassic period, approximately 165-155 million years ago. It was a large herbivorous dinosaur that had a long neck and tail, and walked on four legs.

2013年8月21日 · With its incredibly long neck Omeisaurus is both a relative and possible comtempory to the more famous Mamenchisaurus.‭ ‬However previous Upper Shaximiao Formation fossils of Omeisaurus are now considered indeterminate.‭ ‬If Omeisaurus really‭ ‬does‭ ‬only exist in Lower Shaximiao deposits,‭ ‬then it may confirm that ...

Omeisaurus tianfuensis was a long-necked herbivorous dinosaur that lived in herds around 168-163 million years ago. It likely had a very large appetite (like other sauropods), possibly consuming up to one tonne of plants each day.

Omeisaurus (meaning "Omei lizard") is a genus of sauropod dinosaur from the Middle Jurassic Period (Bathonian - Callovian stage) of what is now China. Its name comes from Mount Emei, where it was discovered in the lower Shaximiao Formation of Sichuan Province. Quick Facts Scientific classification, Type species ...

2020年4月3日 · A new species of Omeisaurus, O. puxiani sp. nov., from the Middle Jurassic of Southwest China is reported. The holotype consists of partial articulated vertebrae, forelimb, hind limb and other materials of an individual.