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Some dinosaurs remain a mystery!
Velocipes is a dinosaur genus that falls in this mysterious category. This is thanks to the lack of fossil evidence.
In dinosaur history, there are many species. In some cases, paleontologists have found complete specimens to help them provide the dinosaur's detailed physical descriptions and evolutionary development. On the other hand, there are incomplete and poorly preserved specimens that are hard to describe. Unfortunately, the Velocipes fall in the latter category. First described and named in the 1900s, the taxonomic classification of this dinosaur genus is still debatable. The latest classification places the species under the category of basal theropods.
Discover more about this quick-footed genus of the theropod family.
Velocipes is pronounced as ve-LOSS-eh-pes.
Velocipes is a genus from the saurischian family that may have been a basal theropod.
Velocipes roamed the earth during the Norian Age (227 to 208.5 million years ago).
It is probable that the Velocipes may have become extinct by the end of the Norian Age of the Triassic period.
It is unclear where the Velocipes lived.
The Velocipes fossils were recovered from the Lissauer Breccia, Southern Poland. However, the actual habitat range of the species is unknown.
It is unclear who the Velocipes coexisted with.
The age by which the Velocipes survived has yet to be ascertained.
Although there is no clear evidence of the reproduction behavior of the Velocipes, it is likely they were oviparous (like other dinosaurs).
Researchers have not been able to get a physical development of the Velocipes due to the poor condition of the fossils.
*Please note that this is an image of a Theropod, not a Velocipes. If you have an image of a Velocipes, please let us know at [email protected]
Velocipes fossils include a poorly preserved proximal portion of the fibula.
The limited fossils make it difficult to determine the communication behavior of the species.
The size of the Velocipes has yet to be ascertained.
Given that Velocipes translates to 'quick foot', it is likely for the theropod species to be actively mobile.
The weight of the Velocipes still needs to be studied.
The male and female species of this dinosaur would be referred to as adult Velocipes.
The baby dinosaur would be referred to as juvenile.
Velocipes was a carnivore, but its exact diet is unknown.
The poor fossil evidence makes it difficult to learn in-depth about the behavior of the Velocipes dinosaur.
Huene described and named the genus Velocipes and type species V. guerichi in 1932.
Rauhut and Hungerbuhler, in 2002, described the Velocipes paleofile as an indeterminate vertebrate.
Velocipes means quick foot.
Velocipes was believed to be a basal theropod. This taxonomic classification was mainly due to the time period at which this species roamed the earth.
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We try our very best, but cannot guarantee perfection. We will always aim to give you accurate information at the date of publication - however, information does change, so it’s important you do your own research, double-check and make the decision that is right for your family.
Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability.
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