About Masiakasaurus fossils
Masiakasaurus is a genus of theropods, the mostly meat-eating group. The database records one species of it: Masiakasaurus knopfleri.
All 29 finds on the map are in Madagascar.
The rock formation with the most finds is called Maevarano, with 29. The rocks are 72.2 to 66 million years ago, in the Cretaceous period.
Genus of dinosauria by Benton classification. (Description from Wikidata, CC0.)
- 29finds
- 1country
- 72.2oldest, million years ago
- 66youngest, million years ago
10% of these finds are marked approximate in the database, so their dots may sit some way from the real site.
Which countries have Masiakasaurus fossils?
| Country | Finds | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Madagascar | 29 | 100% |
Rock formations that produced Masiakasaurus
A formation is a named body of rock. These are the ones with the most Masiakasaurus finds.
| Formation | Finds |
|---|---|
| Maevarano | 29 |
Other dinosaurs found in Madagascar
- Majungasaurus (25)
- Rapetosaurus (5)
More to explore
Before you go fossil hunting. A dot shows where a find was recorded, not where you may dig. Many fossil sites are on private or protected land and collecting rules differ by country. Check the rules before collecting and never dig on protected sites.
Questions about Masiakasaurus
Where was Masiakasaurus found?
Masiakasaurus fossils are recorded in the Paleobiology Database from Madagascar. Most of the 29 finds on this map (29) are from Madagascar. The rock formation with the most finds is the Maevarano (29).
How old are Masiakasaurus fossils?
Finds of Masiakasaurus on this map date from 72.2 to 66 million years ago, which is the Cretaceous period. Ages are ranges, because rock layers are dated to a stage and not to a single year.
Where can I see Masiakasaurus fossils near me?
Open the map and press Near me to list the nearest dinosaur finds and the most notable dinosaurs found around you. Remember that a dot shows where scientists recorded a find, not where you can dig: many fossil sites are on private or protected land, so check the rules before collecting and never dig on protected sites.