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Herrerasaurus had a slender body, long tail, and strong hind limbs, which suggests it was a fast runner. Its forelimbs were shorter and carried sharp claws.

The CollectA Herrerasaurus #88371 measures: 4.7" L x 1.5" H.

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Herrerasaurus Dinosaur Information:

Herrerasaurus is an extinct genus of dinosaur that lived during the Late Triassic period, approximately 231 to 228 million years ago. It is one of the earliest-known dinosaurs and belongs to the group called theropods, which includes famous dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex and Velociraptor.
Herrerasaurus was first discovered in 1958 in the Ischigualasto Formation of northwestern Argentina by the paleontologist Victorino Herrera. The name "Herrerasaurus" was given in honor of Herrera.
It was a medium-sized dinosaur, estimated to have reached about 3 to 6 meters (10 to 20 feet) in length and weighing around 200 to 350 kilograms (440 to 770 pounds).
Herrerasaurus had a slender body, long tail, and strong hind limbs, which suggests it was a fast runner. Its forelimbs were shorter and carried sharp claws. The skull was relatively large with sharp teeth, indicating it was carnivorous.
Initially, Herrerasaurus was considered a primitive theropod, but later studies have placed it closer to the origins of dinosaurs, making it part of a group called "herrerasaurids." This group represents an early branch of the dinosaur family tree.
Herrerasaurus is significant because it provides important insights into the early evolution of dinosaurs. It lived alongside other early dinosaur relatives and reptiles during a time when the dinosaurs were not yet the dominant group of land-dwelling animals.
The classification and evolutionary relationships of Herrerasaurus have been the subject of debate among paleontologists. Some researchers suggest that it may not be a dinosaur but rather a closely related archosaur (a broader group that includes dinosaurs and their close relatives).
Based on the geology of its fossil discoveries, Herrerasaurus is believed to have inhabited a dry environment with seasonal rivers and sparse vegetation. As a carnivorous predator, it likely fed on smaller animals such as reptiles and early mammals.
While much is known about Herrerasaurus, there is still ongoing research and study to further understand its anatomy, behavior, and its place within the early dinosaur lineage.

Part of the Dinosaur Series by CollectA.

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