FAQ

Are birds dinosaurs?

Yes. Birds are theropod dinosaurs in the group Maniraptora. They are the only dinosaurs to survive the extinction 66 million years ago.

Did dinosaurs have feathers?

Many did. Over 50 species have feather evidence. Even T. rex likely had feathers as juveniles. Feathers first evolved for insulation and display, not flight.

What was the largest dinosaur?

Argentinosaurus may be the largest at 35 meters and 65 tonnes, though few bones have been found. The largest well-known species is Brachiosaurus.

How long did dinosaurs rule?

Non-avian dinosaurs dominated for about 165 million years (237-66 Ma), from the Late Triassic to the end of the Cretaceous.