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Compsognathus

Known for Smallest Known Dinosaur

Table of content

Basic Information
Physical Characteristics
Classification
Facts
Scientific Data

Historical Context
Scientific Classification
Behavioral Characteristics
Basic Info
Characteristics
Evaluation
Alternatives
FAQ

Basic Information

Diet Type 🥩

"Primary feeding behavior and dietary preferences of the dinosaur, indicating whether it was a meat-eater, plant-eater, or had a mixed diet"

Carnivore

The diet of Compsognathus is Carnivore Describes dinosaurs that primarily ate meat and hunted other animals for food Click to see all.
Scientific Name 🦖

Unique formal name given to each dinosaur species which includes genus and species designation,Used for taxonomic identification and classification in scientific literature

Compsognathus Longipes

The scientific name of Compsognathus is Compsognathus Longipes. Small theropod with well-preserved fossil evidence

Physical Characteristics

Length 📏

"Maximum recorded length of the dinosaur from head to tail"

1 meters

Compsognathus measured 1 meters in length Click to see all.
Length Type 📏

"Classification of dinosaur size based on total length"

Small (1-3M)

Compsognathus was a Small (1-3M) sized dinosaur Small dinosaurs between 1 and 3 meters in length
Distinguishing Features 🦄

Key physical characteristics that make the dinosaur species unique,Important for identification and classification

Small Size

The distinguishing features of Compsognathus are Small Size.

Agile Build

The distinguishing features of Compsognathus are Agile Build. These dinosaurs were known for their lightweight and swift body structure Click to see all.

Bird-Like Features

The distinguishing features of Compsognathus are Bird-Like Features. These dinosaurs shared many features with modern birds Click to see all.

Classification

For whom 👩

Target audience interested in this dinosaur species

Students

Compsognathus would be particularly interesting for Students. Dinosaurs that help students learn about paleontology and evolution

Researchers

Compsognathus would be particularly interesting for Researchers. Dinosaurs that provide valuable data for scientific research
Purpose 📚

Primary purposes and uses of studying this dinosaur

Educational Programs

Compsognathus is primarily studied for Educational Programs. Dinosaurs well-suited for teaching paleontology and prehistoric life

Size Studies

Compsognathus is primarily studied for Size Studies. Dinosaurs that demonstrate important aspects of body size evolution

Facts

Interesting Fact 🧐

Fascinating scientific or historical information about the dinosaur

Complete specimens show stomach contents
Sarcastic Fact 🤣

Humorous or ironic observation about the dinosaur

Proof that good things come in small packages

Scientific Data

Fossil Completeness 🦴

Rating of how complete the fossil record is for this dinosaur

9

The fossil completeness score for Compsognathus is 9. Click to see all.
Research Value 🔬

Rating of the scientific importance and research potential

8

The research value score for Compsognathus is 8. Click to see all.
Educational Value 📚

Rating of the dinosaur's value for educational purposes

7

The educational value score for Compsognathus is 7. Click to see all.
Public Interest 👥

Rating of general public interest and popularity

7

The public interest score for Compsognathus is 7. Click to see all.
Score ⭐

Overall rating combining various scoring attributes

7.8

The overall score for Compsognathus is 7.8. Click to see all.

Historical Context

Time Period 🕗

"Geological time period during which the dinosaur existed, helping place it in Earth's prehistoric timeline"

Late Jurassic

Compsognathus lived during the Late Jurassic Dinosaurs that lived during the later part of the Jurassic period
Discovery Location 🌍

Geographic location where the first fossils of the dinosaur species were found,Important for understanding paleobiogeography and fossil distribution

Germany France

The discovery location of Compsognathus is Germany France. Dinosaurs discovered across the Franco-German region represent diverse prehistoric species Click to see all.

Scientific Classification

Family Classification 🦕

Scientific family classification that groups related dinosaur genera,Important for understanding evolutionary relationships

Compsognathidae

The family classification of Compsognathus is Compsognathidae. Compsognathidae were small, bird-like dinosaurs known for their tiny size and quick movements.

Behavioral Characteristics

Social Behavior 🐣

Known or strongly theorized social behaviors and interactions within the species,Based on fossil evidence and comparative analysis

Solitary

The social behavior of Compsognathus was Solitary. Dinosaurs that primarily lived and hunted alone

Basic Info

Made In Date 🕒

The geological period when the dinosaur existed

Late Jurassic

Compsognathus existed during the Late Jurassic. Late Jurassic dinosaurs show advanced evolutionary features and size increases
Made In 🌎

The geographical locations where fossils of this dinosaur were discovered

Europe

Fossils of Compsognathus were found in Europe. Dinosaurs discovered in European geological formations

Evaluation

Pros ✅

Advantages and positive aspects of studying this dinosaur

Well-Preserved Specimens

Educational Value

Easy To Study

These dinosaurs have well-preserved fossils and clear anatomical features for scientific research
Cons ❌

Disadvantages and challenges in studying this dinosaur

Very Small Size

These dinosaurs were characterized by their exceptionally small size compared to other species Click to see all.

Limited Defense

These dinosaurs had relatively limited defensive capabilities against predators Click to see all.

Vulnerable To Predators

Describes dinosaurs that were more susceptible to predator attacks due to their physical limitations or defensive capabilities Click to see all.

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FAQ about Compsognathus