Discover the oldest dinosaur: Plateosaurus and its evolutionary journey
Plateosaurus, one of the oldest dinosaurs, appeared more than 210 million years ago, with large size and important role in dinosaur evolution.
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One of the oldest dinosaurs ever known. Plateosaurus appeared from the late Triassic period, more than 210 million years ago. Photo: Pinterest. Surprisingly large in size compared to other animals of its time. Up to 10 meters long and weighing more than 4 tons, Plateosaurus was one of the largest animals of its time. Photo: Pinterest.
Can walk on two legs or four legs. They are flexible in movement depending on speed and feeding behavior. Photo: Pinterest. Teeth are suitable for eating tough plants. The serrated structure helps them crush leaves and old stems. Photo: Pinterest.
They have the ability to grow depending on the environment. They do not grow at a fixed rate but change depending on the living conditions. Photo: Pinterest. Fossils are abundant. Hundreds of Plateosaurus specimens have been excavated, helping to understand their morphology. Photo: Pinterest. Body posture has been misunderstood. Plateosaurus was previously thought to stand upright, but new research suggests its gait was more slanted and low. Photo: Pinterest.
Helps explain the evolution of later dinosaurs. Plateosaurus is an important link in the evolution of later dinosaurs. Photo: Pinterest. Dear readers, please watch the video : Living with Wolves / VTV2
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