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Saltasaurus

Known for Armored Sauropod

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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"

Herbivore

The diet of Saltasaurus is Herbivore Describes dinosaurs that exclusively ate plants and vegetation 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

Saltasaurus Loricatus

The scientific name of Saltasaurus is Saltasaurus Loricatus. Saltasaurus Loricatus was an armored sauropod with bony plates embedded in its skin.

Physical Characteristics

Length 📏

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

12 meters

Saltasaurus measured 12 meters in length Click to see all.
Length Type 📏

"Classification of dinosaur size based on total length"

Large (10-20M)

Saltasaurus was a Large (10-20M) sized dinosaur Large dinosaurs between 10 and 20 meters in length
Distinguishing Features 🦄

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

Armored Plates

The distinguishing features of Saltasaurus are Armored Plates.

Short Neck

The distinguishing features of Saltasaurus are Short Neck.

Small Size

The distinguishing features of Saltasaurus are Small Size.

Classification

For whom 👩

Target audience interested in this dinosaur species

Researchers

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

Primary purposes and uses of studying this dinosaur

Evolutionary Studies

Saltasaurus is primarily studied for Evolutionary Studies. Dinosaurs that demonstrate key evolutionary adaptations and transitions

Facts

Interesting Fact 🧐

Fascinating scientific or historical information about the dinosaur

First discovered armored sauropod
Sarcastic Fact 🤣

Humorous or ironic observation about the dinosaur

Tank meets giraffe design

Scientific Data

Fossil Completeness 🦴

Rating of how complete the fossil record is for this dinosaur

7

The fossil completeness score for Saltasaurus is 7. Click to see all.
Research Value 🔬

Rating of the scientific importance and research potential

8

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

Rating of the dinosaur's value for educational purposes

7

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

Rating of general public interest and popularity

6

The public interest score for Saltasaurus is 6. Click to see all.
Score ⭐

Overall rating combining various scoring attributes

7

The overall score for Saltasaurus is 7. 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 Cretaceous

Saltasaurus lived during the Late Cretaceous Dinosaurs that lived during the final period before extinction
Discovery Location 🌍

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

Argentina

The discovery location of Saltasaurus is Argentina. Describes dinosaurs unearthed from various fossil sites across Argentina Click to see all.

Scientific Classification

Family Classification 🦕

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

Saltasauridae

The family classification of Saltasaurus is Saltasauridae. Saltasauridae were armored sauropods with unique defensive features.

Behavioral Characteristics

Social Behavior 🐣

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

Herding

The social behavior of Saltasaurus was Herding. Dinosaurs that lived and moved together in groups for protection and social interaction

Basic Info

Made In Date 🕒

The geological period when the dinosaur existed

Late Cretaceous

Saltasaurus existed during the Late Cretaceous. Late Cretaceous dinosaurs showcase peak dinosaur diversity before extinction
Made In 🌎

The geographical locations where fossils of this dinosaur were discovered

South America

Fossils of Saltasaurus were found in South America. Dinosaurs found in South America demonstrate distinct characteristics adapted to ancient Gondwana

Evaluation

Pros ✅

Advantages and positive aspects of studying this dinosaur

Unique Armor

Dinosaurs protected by distinctive defensive armor plating and spikes

Well-Studied

Extensively studied dinosaur species with comprehensive scientific documentation and analysis
Cons ❌

Disadvantages and challenges in studying this dinosaur

Limited Size

Species that were relatively small compared to other dinosaurs Click to see all.

Incomplete Remains

Many dinosaur species are known from partial remains which limits our understanding Click to see all.

Alternatives to Saltasaurus

Parasaurolophus

Known for Sound Communication

📚 is more educational than Saltasaurus

👥 is more popular than Saltasaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Saltasaurus

Argentinosaurus

Known for Largest Known Dinosaur

📏 is longer than Saltasaurus

🔬 is more researched than Saltasaurus

📚 is more educational than Saltasaurus

👥 is more popular than Saltasaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Saltasaurus

Known for Largest Carnivore

📏 is longer than Saltasaurus

📚 is more educational than Saltasaurus

👥 is more popular than Saltasaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Saltasaurus

Known for Unique Sail-Backed Dinosaur

⭐ is rated higher than Saltasaurus

Known for Super Giant

📏 is longer than Saltasaurus

🦴 is more complete than Saltasaurus

🔬 is more researched than Saltasaurus

📚 is more educational than Saltasaurus

👥 is more popular than Saltasaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Saltasaurus

Known for Ocean Lizard Misconception

📏 is longer than Saltasaurus

Pachycephalosaurus

Known for Head-Butting Behavior

📚 is more educational than Saltasaurus

👥 is more popular than Saltasaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Saltasaurus

Known for Early Sauropod Relative

Known for Complex Head Crest

📚 is more educational than Saltasaurus

👥 is more popular than Saltasaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Saltasaurus

Known for First Discovered Dinosaur

🦴 is more complete than Saltasaurus

🔬 is more researched than Saltasaurus

📚 is more educational than Saltasaurus

👥 is more popular than Saltasaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Saltasaurus

FAQ about Saltasaurus