sauropodomorphs

sauropodomorphs were the first group of dinosaurs to evolve a herbivorous diet.

early sauropodomorphs were often bipedal, unlike their massive quadrupedal descendants.

fossils of sauropodomorphs have been discovered on every continent, including antarctica.

the evolution of sauropodomorphs is characterized by the development of gigantism.

paleontologists study sauropodomorph trackways to understand their gait and social behavior.

sauropodomorphs possessed elongated necks that allowed them to reach high vegetation.

the late triassic period marks the earliest appearance of sauropodomorphs in the fossil record.

most basal sauropodomorphs had relatively small skulls compared to their body size.

prosauropods are generally considered to be early relatives of the sauropodomorph lineage.

sauropodomorph teeth were shaped like spoons or pegs, adapted for stripping leaves.

the mass extinction event at the end of the triassic drastically affected sauropodomorph diversity.

south america is a major site for finding well-preserved early sauropodomorph remains.