Kulindadromeus Dinosaur is an extinct genus of ornithischian dinosaurs that lived between the Late Jurassic and Late Cretaceous periods in what is now Siberia. Named in 2014 for the Kulinda River in Siberia, Kulindadromeus remains one of the few known herbivorous dinosaurs to have been found in the region. Kulindadromeus is believed to have been approximately two meters (6.5 feet) long, and may have weighed around 25-45 kilograms (55-100 pounds).
Its body was covered with scales, and two pairs of large spikes protruded from its back. It is believed to have been an omnivore, eating both vegetation and small animals such as insects and lizards. Kulindadromeus had a unique, bird-like skull structure. Its large eye cavities and long, narrow snout suggested an acute sense of smell and hearing; its small, chisel-like teeth indicated a diet of both vegetation and small animals. Its eye sockets faced upward, while its long neck allowed for a good range of vision.
Kulindadromeus Facts :
| Name: | Kulindadromeus Dinosaurs |
| Size: | 2 meters |
| Main Facts: | Dacentrurus went extinct during the Late Jurassic and Late Cretaceous period in what is now Siberia. |
Kulindadromeus body was covered in feathers and spikes. Its belly was likely covered by a layer of feathers, giving it a fluffy, cushioning layer between it and its environment. Its back was covered with feathers and two pairs of spikes, which may have been used for defense. The two pairs of spikes, one larger than the other, may have been used both for protection and display.
The smaller spikes probably indicated dominance over smaller adversaries while the larger spikes likely signaled aggression to potential predators. Kulindadromeus may have lived in small family groups, similar to modern day birds. It may have played an important role in its environment, as an efficient consumer and distributor of plant material and a prey item for larger carnivores. Its unique body structure and array of feathers, spikes, and teeth make it one of the most unusual ornithischian dinosaurs yet discovered.
