About Urbacodon fossils
Urbacodon is a genus of theropods, the mostly meat-eating group. The database records 2 species of it: Urbacodon itemirensis and Urbacodon norelli.
The 6 finds on the map come from 3 countries. Russia has the most, with 4 (67%).
The rock formation with the most finds is called Ilek, with 4. The rocks are 125.8 to 72.2 million years ago, in the Cretaceous period.
Genus of reptiles (fossil). (Description from Wikidata, CC0.)
Read about Urbacodon on Wikipedia.
- 6finds
- 3countries
- 125.8oldest, million years ago
- 72.2youngest, million years ago
Which countries have Urbacodon fossils?
| Country | Finds | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | 4 | 67% |
| China | 1 | 17% |
| Uzbekistan | 1 | 17% |
Rock formations that produced Urbacodon
A formation is a named body of rock. These are the ones with the most Urbacodon finds.
| Formation | Finds |
|---|---|
| Ilek | 4 |
| Dzharakuduk | 1 |
| Iren Dabasu | 1 |
Other dinosaurs found in Russia
- Richardoestesia (239)
- Saurornitholestes (148)
- Paronychodon (141)
- Troodon (103)
- Psittacosaurus (70)
- Tarbosaurus (56)
- Dromaeosaurus (48)
- Sibirotitan (4)
- Kulindadromeus (3)
More to explore
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Questions about Urbacodon
Where was Urbacodon found?
Urbacodon fossils are recorded in the Paleobiology Database from Russia, China and Uzbekistan. Most of the 6 finds on this map (4) are from Russia. The rock formation with the most finds is the Ilek (4).
How old are Urbacodon fossils?
Finds of Urbacodon on this map date from 125.8 to 72.2 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 Urbacodon 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.