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Dilophosaurus

Known for Double-Crested Predator

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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"

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

Dilophosaurus Wetherilli

Early theropod with distinctive double head crest Click to see all.

Physical Characteristics

Length 📏

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

6 meters

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Length Type 📏

"Classification of dinosaur size based on total length"

Medium (3-10M)

Medium-sized dinosaurs between 3 and 10 meters in length Click to see all.
Distinguishing Features 🦄

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

Dual Head Crests

These dinosaurs featured distinctive paired crests on their heads for display and communication Click to see all.

Large Size

These dinosaurs were characterized by their notably large body dimensions Click to see all.

Sharp Teeth

Classification

For whom 👩

Target audience interested in this dinosaur species

Paleontologists

Dinosaurs that provide valuable data for paleontological research Click to see all.

Researchers

Dinosaurs that provide valuable data for scientific research Click to see all.
Purpose 📚

Primary purposes and uses of studying this dinosaur

Scientific Research

Dinosaurs that provide valuable data for various scientific studies Click to see all.

Behavioral Studies

Dinosaurs suitable for studying prehistoric animal behavior and social interactions Click to see all.

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 dinosaur

8

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Research Value 🔬

Rating of the scientific importance and research potential

9

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Educational Value 📚

Rating of the dinosaur's value for educational purposes

8

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Public Interest 👥

Rating of general public interest and popularity

9

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Score ⭐

Overall rating combining various scoring attributes

8.5

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Historical Context

Time Period 🕗

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

Early Jurassic

Dinosaurs that lived during the early part of the Jurassic period Click to see all.
Discovery Location 🌍

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

Arizona USA

Describes dinosaurs excavated from Arizona's ancient landscapes Click to see all.

Scientific Classification

Family Classification 🦕

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

Dilophosauridae

Dilophosauridae were large theropods characterized by distinctive cranial crests. Click to see all.

Behavioral Characteristics

Social Behavior 🐣

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

Pack Hunting

Dinosaurs that hunted together in coordinated groups to take down prey Click to see all.

Basic Info

Made In Date 🕒

The geological period when the dinosaur existed

Early Jurassic

Early Jurassic dinosaurs represent the early radiation of major dinosaur groups Click to see all.
Made In 🌎

The geographical locations where fossils of this dinosaur were discovered

North America

Dinosaurs discovered in North America showcase unique adaptations to the continent's diverse environments Click to see all.

Evaluation

Pros ✅

Advantages and positive aspects of studying this dinosaur

Unique Head Crests For Recognition

Fast Runner

Good Fossil Record

These dinosaurs left behind well-preserved fossils that provide valuable scientific insights Click to see all.
Cons ❌

Disadvantages and challenges in studying this dinosaur

Limited Hunting Capability

Relatively Small Arms

Species characterized by proportionally small forelimbs Click to see all.

Fragile Head Crests

Alternatives to Dilophosaurus

Known for Pack Hunting

📏 is longer than Dilophosaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Dilophosaurus

Known for Unique Skull Horns

📏 is longer than Dilophosaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Dilophosaurus

Known for Four-Winged Flight Capability

🦴 is more complete than Dilophosaurus

Known for Speed And Agility

Known for First Named Dinosaur

Known for Gentle Giant

📏 is longer than Dilophosaurus

Acrocanthosaurus

Known for Ridge-Backed Predator

📏 is longer than Dilophosaurus

Known for Flying Ability

📏 is longer than Dilophosaurus

📚 is more educational than Dilophosaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Dilophosaurus

Known for Largest Known Raptor

📏 is longer than Dilophosaurus

📚 is more educational than Dilophosaurus

Known for Flight Capabilities

📏 is longer than Dilophosaurus

📚 is more educational than Dilophosaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Dilophosaurus

FAQ about Dilophosaurus

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