Plateosaurus Plateosaurus

Plateosaurus

Plateosaurus, a herbivorous giant of the Late Triassic, stood on two legs. Fossil discoveries in Germany's Norian formations showcase their herbivorous nature, munching on ferns and plants. These long-necked dinosaurs could reach lengths of 30 feet.

Phonetic Pronunciation:

plate-ee-oh-SAWR-us

Latin Name:

Plateosaurus engelhardti

Archeological Era:

Late Triassic

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