Teratosaurus

Teratosaurus is a genus of carnivorous archosaurs that lived during the Middle to Late Jurassic period, around 160 to 155 million years ago. The name Teratosaurus translates to "monster lizard" in Greek, which was coined by diagnotist Hawkin in 1854.

The type specimen of Teratosaurus was discovered in England and described by Hawkin in 1854. This description was solely based on a single tooth and some fin fragments found in freshwater deposits near Claverton, near Bath, England. Later, more substantial finds were made in Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire, England. The collection of finds included large, imposing predators known for their impressive size.

Teratosaurus was about 7 meters long, which was substantial for a terrestrial predator of its time frame. Its name effectively conjures images of these behemoths roaming the Jurassic landscape in search of prey. However, the actual image is different, as these collections while substantial, were hard to describe.

It is presumed that Teratosaurus belonged to the group of archosaurs that lived in Africa and Europe in the early Mesozoic. Anatomical comparison carried out between Teratosaurus and Allosaurus has discounted the previous assumption that Teratosaurus possessed bony plates. Used by long reptiles like crocodiles. Regardless, two type species of Teratosaurus can be considered excellent predators of era, with ability for invokes gravity in presence. In any case, even survivors of era will stay awe-struck.

Researchers over the years have grappled with defining the exact nature of its genetic positioning. Authorities like Alfred Roman assign temporary place in the list Theropods conflicting to ruling by authorities many go through, while very viscious Polj May refer nick for ex- revenge being launched.