Key Information
Gojirasaurus
| Species | Gojirasaurus quayi |
| Diet | Carnivore |
| Length | 18 to 20 ft |
| Height | 5 to 6 ft |
| Weight | 330 to 420 lb |
| Timescale | Late Triassic |
| Classification | Saurischia > Theropoda > Gojirasaurus |
Learning Point
- Gojirasaurus was a fierce looking dinosaur that roamed the Earth during the Triassic. It was a theropod, which means it walked on two legs and had sharp teeth and claws likely for hunting. This dinosaur was named after the famous movie monster, Godzilla, because it was big and scary! Even though it wasn’t as huge as Godzilla, Gojirasaurus was still a powerful predator that lived during the late Triassic period, which was a time when dinosaurs were just starting to become the rulers of the land.
Project
- Draw a picture of Gojirasaurus looking for food.
- Overview
- X-Ray
Location
| Confirmed | United States |
Fun Facts
- The name Gojirasaurus means “Gozilla lizard” because of how much bigger it was than other known theropods of the Triassic.
- It lived during the late Triassic period, a time when dinosaurs were just beginning to become dominant.
- Fossils of Gojirasaurus were discovered in New Mexico, USA.
- Gojirasaurus walked on two legs, like a bird, making it a fast and agile hunter.
Past Lessons
| 187 | March 10, 2025 | (North America) |