Dimorphodon
Dimorphodon macronyx
Description
The pterosaur Dimorphodon is notable for the size of its head, which is much bigger than found in similar pterosaurs such as Pterodactylus. Its name translates to ‘two-form tooth’, in reference to the two sets of teeth it has, while Dimorphodon is one of the smaller species of pterosaur, weighing just a few kilograms and with a wingspan of around 1.5m.
: Jurassic (201.00 - 145.00 )
: Warm and humid with high sea levels
Fun Facts
Diet Details
Diet: Piscivore, Live Prey
Carnivore
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Videos
Dimorphodon Documentary 1
Size Comparison
1.7m (5.6ft)
Dimorphodon
1.00m (3ft)