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Priconodon is a nodosaurid dinosaur that inhabited the regions of North America. The fossils of this species were uncovered from the regions of Maryland, like the Potomac Formation. Although the exact weight or size of this species is not yet known, they have been described as quite large in size.
These reptiles were herbivores by nature and are known for their large teeth.
You can read more about them and other such similar species in books and papers 'Lower and Middle Cretaceous Terrestrial Ecosystems', 'Review of Lower and middle Cretaceous ankylosaurs from North America', 'Maryland Geological Survey: Lower Cretaceous' and the 'New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science Bulletin'.
Priconodon Interesting Facts
How do you pronounce 'Priconodon'?
The easiest way to pronounce this particular name is by breaking the word into 'Pry-con-o-don'.
What type of dinosaur was a Priconodon?
This particular species is classified as a nodosaurid dinosaur of the suborder Ankylosauria.
In which geological period did they roam the Priconodon Earth?
This Extinct genus of dinosaurs dates back to the Early Cretaceous or Lower Cretaceous period.
When did the Priconodon become Extinct?
Not much is known about when this particular genus of dinosaurs went Extinct.
Where did Priconodon live?
Studies indicate that this particular genus inhabited the regions of North America. Most of the fossils of this species have been recovered from different places in Maryland, USA.
What was the Priconodon's habitat?
The locations of the fossil remains indicate that this genus of dinosaurs might have lived in the Arundel Formation or Potomac Formation, located in Maryland, USA.
Who did the Priconodon live with?
Not much is known about whether this species lived alone or moved in packs. Some researchers claim that they might have led a rather lonely life, like most other Ankylosauria dinosaurs.
How long did a Priconodon live?
The lifespan of this particular new genus of dinosaurs is not yet known.
How did they reproduce?
Like most other species of dinosaurs, Priconodon, too, reproduced by laying eggs. After the hatching of the eggs, new juveniles were born.
Priconodon Fun Facts
What did the Priconodon look like?
There is no exact estimate regarding the body length or weight of this species. They were known for their large teeth. Like most other armored dinosaurs of Ankylosauria, it can be assumed that Priconodon, too, had an armored back and was large in size. They fed on soft plant materials with the help of their cone tooth.
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How many bones did a Priconodon have?
The exact number of bones of this particular dinosaur is not yet known. Most of the fossils uncovered from the regions of Maryland consist of teeth. Therefore, since the specimens are fragmentary, there has been no confirmed estimation of the number of bones.
How did they communicate?
It is not yet known how these particular large nodosaurid communicated with each other. In general, most species of dinosaurs sent signals to each other through a variety of sounds as well as body movements.
How big was the Priconodon?
The exact body size of this new genus of dinosaurs from North America is not yet known. However, they have been described to be rather large in size.
How fast could a Priconodon move?
The exact speed attained by Priconodon is not yet known. Researchers claim that they might have been slower compared to most other dinosaurs.
How much did a Priconodon weigh?
There is no clear estimation regarding the weight of this particular genus. However, since they are described to be quite large in size, it can be assumed that they were heavy as well.
What were the male and female names of the species?
There is no sex-specific name for this species of dinosaurs from the Potomac Formation.
What would you call a baby Priconodon?
A baby dinosaur is called a hatchling or a juvenile.
How aggressive were they?
Priconodon is described as a herbivore. Therefore, it can be safely assumed that they were less aggressive in nature compared to other carnivores.
Did You Know…
These dinosaurs were described in books and papers like 'Lower and Middle Cretaceous Terrestrial Ecosystem', 'Maryland Geological Survey: Lower Cretaceous', apart from the 'New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science Bulletin'.
It is not known how greedy or territorial this genus was.
We've been unable to source an image of Priconodon and have used an image of Ornithischia instead. If you are able to provide us with a royalty-free image of Priconodon, we would be happy to credit you. Please contact us at hello@kidadl.com.
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