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Carnotaurus

Theropod dinosaur from the Late Cretaceous period.

Carnotaurus sastrei

Carnotaurus was a large theropod dinosaur that lived in what is now Argentina during the Late Cretaceous period. Known for its prominent horns above its eyes and relatively small arms, Carnotaurus was a fast-running predator with unique osteoderms (bony plates) embedded in its skin.

Etymology

Carnotaurus is derived from Latin, meaning 'flesh-bull' or 'meat-bull', referring to its bull-like appearance.

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Carnotaurus was a meat-eating dinosaur that lived in South America during the Late Cretaceous period and is known for having horns above its eyes.

Fun Facts

Carnotaurus had horns above its eyes, which were likely used for display
It was one of the fastest-running dinosaurs known
Its teeth were serrated like those of a meat cleaver

FAQ

What does Carnotaurus mean? Meaning 'meat bull', it refers to its powerful build
Where did Carnotaurus live? It lived in what is now Argentina during the Late Cretaceous period
How big was Carnotaurus? It grew to be about 23-26 feet long

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

dinosaur theropod

Meronyms — Parts or Components

horns osteoderms

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

Late Cretaceous period

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dinosaur extinct prehistoric animal reptile

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