Elasmosaurids probably ate small fish and marine invertebrates, seizing them with their long teeth, and may have used gastroliths (stomach stones) to help digest their food. Elasmosaurus …

May 8, 2025 · Elasmosaurus was one of the largest plesiosaurs, reaching lengths of up to 50 feet. Elasmosaurus was discovered in Kansas and contributed to the famous Bone Wars among …

May 27, 2024 · Although Elasmosaurus is often associated with dinosaurs that traveled underwater, it isn’t actually a dinosaur – it is an extinct reptile species. It was the first to be …

Elasmosaurus was among the largest plesiosaurs of the Mesozoic Era, measuring nearly 50 feet long. Despite this, it was still no match for the heaviest members of the ichthyosaur, pliosaur, …

Dec 10, 2023 · Elasmosaurus, the ancient marine reptile, has captivated scientists and paleontology enthusiasts alike with its unique physical characteristics and its place in Earth’s …

The first named elasmosaur was Elasmosaurus platyurus from the Late Cretaceous (Campanian stage, about 83.6 million to 72.1 million years ago).

Oct 28, 2025 · Elasmosaurus may have disappeared from our planet’s waters 66 million years ago, but in the annals of evolutionary history and in our collective fascination with prehistoric …

Elasmosaurus was a long-necked, carnivorous marine reptile from the Late Cretaceous period, living around 80–77 million years ago in what is now Kansas. It was the longest member of the …

Apr 15, 2024 · Explore the intriguing world of Elasmosaurus, the marine reptile that roamed the oceans during the Late Cretaceous period. Uncover details about its unique anatomy, lifestyle, …

Mar 11, 2023 · Elasmosaurus’s distinctive anatomy played a pivotal role in its survival, enabling it to adapt effectively to life in the ocean’s depths. This prehistoric marine reptile, with its long …