Dinosaure - Squelette fossile - Psittacosaurus sp. - 2 cm - 15 cm

Rare Juvenile Psittacosaurus Skeleton | Beautifully Preserved Fossil

This is an exceptionally well-preserved juvenile Psittacosaurus skeleton, showcased in natural posture with superb detail. Psittacosaurus — meaning "parrot lizard" — is one of the most iconic early ceratopsian dinosaurs, known for its beaked face and evolutionary importance in the dinosaur lineage.

This specimen offers extraordinary completeness: the skull, spine, limbs, and tail are all clearly visible, giving an incredible glimpse into the anatomy of a dinosaur that lived approximately 120 million years ago during the Early Cretaceous period.

Dimensions: Matrix size approx. 24 × 15 × 2 cm
Weight: approx. 2.5 kg
Age: Early Cretaceous (approx. 120 million years ago)

Note:
* As with all authentic fossils, minor repairs and stabilization may be present. Please view the detailed photographs carefully.
* An outstanding piece for any serious fossil enthusiast, natural history museum, or educational institution.
* This specimen captures a vivid moment frozen in time — a rare opportunity to own a complete dinosaur fossil with such exquisite preservation.
* Ships with professional-grade packaging to ensure safe and secure delivery. Worldwide shipping available.


Psittacosaurus is a genus of extinct ceratopsian dinosaur from the Early Cretaceous of what is now Asia, existing between 126 and 101 million years ago. It is notable for being the most species-rich non-avian dinosaur genus. Up to 12 species are known, from across China, Mongolia, Russia, and Thailand. The species of Psittacosaurus were obligate bipeds at adulthood, with a high skull and a robust beak. One individual was found preserved with long filaments on the tail, similar to those of Tianyulong. Psittacosaurus probably had complex behaviours, based on the proportions and relative size of the brain. It may have been active for short periods of time during the day and night, and had well-developed senses of smell and vision.

Psittacosaurus was one of the earliest ceratopsians, but closer to Triceratops than Yinlong. Once in its own family, Psittacosauridae, with other genera like Hongshanosaurus, it is now considered to be senior synonym of the latter and an early offshoot of the branch that led to more derived forms. The genera closely related to Psittacosaurus are all from Asia, with the exception of Aquilops, from North America. The first species was either P. lujiatunensis or closely related, and it may have given rise to later forms of Psittacosaurus.

Psittacosaurus is one of the most completely known dinosaur genera. Fossils of hundreds of individuals have been collected so far, including many complete skeletons. Most age classes are represented, from hatchling through to adult, which has allowed several detailed studies of Psittacosaurus growth rates and reproductive biology. The abundance of this dinosaur in the fossil record has led to the labelling of Lower Cretaceous sediments of east Asia the Psittacosaurus biochron.

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