About Pakisaurus fossils
Pakisaurus is a genus of sauropodomorphs, the long-necked group and its relatives. The database records one species of it: Pakisaurus balochistani.
The 12 finds on the map come from 2 countries. Pakistan has the most, with 11 (92%).
The rock formation with the most finds is called Vitakri, with 11. The rocks are 72.2 to 66 million years ago, in the Cretaceous period.
Genus of reptiles (fossil). (Description from Wikidata, CC0.)
Read about Pakisaurus on Wikipedia.
- 12finds
- 2countries
- 72.2oldest, million years ago
- 66youngest, million years ago
Which countries have Pakisaurus fossils?
| Country | Finds | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 11 | 92% |
| India | 1 | 8% |
Rock formations that produced Pakisaurus
A formation is a named body of rock. These are the ones with the most Pakisaurus finds.
| Formation | Finds |
|---|---|
| Vitakri | 11 |
| Lameta | 1 |
Other dinosaurs found in Pakistan
- Balochisaurus (12)
- Saraikimasoom (12)
- Vitakridrinda (8)
- Gspsaurus (7)
- Isisaurus (7)
- Sulaimanisaurus (6)
- Marisaurus (5)
- Khetranisaurus (4)
- Ikqaumishan (3)
- Imrankhanhero (3)
More to explore
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Questions about Pakisaurus
Where was Pakisaurus found?
Pakisaurus fossils are recorded in the Paleobiology Database from Pakistan and India. Most of the 12 finds on this map (11) are from Pakistan. The rock formation with the most finds is the Vitakri (11).
How old are Pakisaurus fossils?
Finds of Pakisaurus 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 Pakisaurus 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.