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Dilophosaurus
Known for Double-Crested Predator
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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"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- Dilophosaurus WetherilliThe scientific name of Dilophosaurus is Dilophosaurus Wetherilli. Early theropod with distinctive double head crest
Physical Characteristics
Length 📏
"Maximum recorded length of the dinosaur from head to tail"Length Type 📏
"Classification of dinosaur size based on total length"- Medium (3-10M)Dilophosaurus was a Medium (3-10M) sized dinosaur Medium-sized dinosaurs between 3 and 10 meters in length
Distinguishing Features 🦄
Key physical characteristics that make the dinosaur species unique,Important for identification and classification- Dual Head CrestsThe distinguishing features of Dilophosaurus are Dual Head Crests. These dinosaurs featured distinctive paired crests on their heads for display and communication Click to see all.
- Large SizeThe distinguishing features of Dilophosaurus are Large Size. These dinosaurs were characterized by their notably large body dimensions Click to see all.
- Sharp TeethThe distinguishing features of Dilophosaurus are Sharp Teeth.
Classification
For whom 👩
Target audience interested in this dinosaur species- PaleontologistsDilophosaurus would be particularly interesting for Paleontologists. Dinosaurs that provide valuable data for paleontological research
- ResearchersDilophosaurus would be particularly interesting for Researchers. Dinosaurs that provide valuable data for scientific research
Purpose 📚
Primary purposes and uses of studying this dinosaur- Scientific ResearchDilophosaurus is primarily studied for Scientific Research. Dinosaurs that provide valuable data for various scientific studies
- Behavioral StudiesDilophosaurus is primarily studied for Behavioral Studies. Dinosaurs suitable for studying prehistoric animal behavior and social interactions
Facts
Interesting Fact 🧐
Fascinating scientific or historical information about the dinosaur- Had distinct pair of rounded crests on its skull
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the dinosaur- Not actually venomous like in Jurassic Park
Scientific Data
Fossil Completeness 🦴
Rating of how complete the fossil record is for this dinosaurResearch Value 🔬
Rating of the scientific importance and research potentialEducational Value 📚
Rating of the dinosaur's value for educational purposesPublic Interest 👥
Rating of general public interest and popularityScore ⭐
Overall rating combining various scoring attributes
Historical Context
Time Period 🕗
"Geological time period during which the dinosaur existed, helping place it in Earth's prehistoric timeline"- Early JurassicDilophosaurus lived during the Early Jurassic Dinosaurs that lived during the early 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
Scientific Classification
Family Classification 🦕
Scientific family classification that groups related dinosaur genera,Important for understanding evolutionary relationships- DilophosauridaeThe family classification of Dilophosaurus is Dilophosauridae. Dilophosauridae were large theropods characterized by distinctive cranial crests.
Behavioral Characteristics
Social Behavior 🐣
Known or strongly theorized social behaviors and interactions within the species,Based on fossil evidence and comparative analysis- Pack HuntingThe social behavior of Dilophosaurus was Pack Hunting. Dinosaurs that hunted together in coordinated groups to take down prey
Basic Info
Made In Date 🕒
The geological period when the dinosaur existed- Early JurassicDilophosaurus existed during the Early Jurassic. Early Jurassic dinosaurs represent the early radiation of major dinosaur groups
Made In 🌎
The geographical locations where fossils of this dinosaur were discovered- North AmericaFossils of Dilophosaurus were found in North America. Dinosaurs discovered in North America showcase unique adaptations to the continent's diverse environments
Evaluation
Pros ✅
Advantages and positive aspects of studying this dinosaur- Unique Head Crests For Recognition
- Fast Runner
- Good Fossil RecordThese dinosaurs left behind well-preserved fossils that provide valuable scientific insights
Cons ❌
Disadvantages and challenges in studying this dinosaur- Limited Hunting Capability
- Relatively Small ArmsSpecies characterized by proportionally small forelimbs Click to see all.
- Fragile Head Crests
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