Zby is an extinct genus of turiasaurian sauropod dinosaur known from the Late Jurassic (late Kimmeridgian stage) of the Lourinhã Formation, central west Portugal. It contains a single species, Zby atlanticus. [1] It is named after Georges Zbyszewski , who studied the geology and paleontology of Portugal.

2025年2月1日 · Zby is a fascinating dinosaur known for its size and unique characteristics. Zby atlanticus, a herbivore from the Late Jurassic period, could grow up to 19 meters long. This impressive length makes it one of the notable dinosaurs of its time, particularly in Europe where its fossils have been found.

2024年1月22日 · Zby atlanticus is a distinguished sauropod from the Late Jurassic period. Its discovery enriched the understanding of dinosaur paleoecology and anatomy. Zby exemplifies the diversity of prehistoric life and continues to intrigue the scientific community. Historical Discovery

2014年5月6日 · The new sauropod, Zby atlanticus, n. gen. et sp., can be diagnosed on the basis of four autapomorphies, including a prominent posteriorly projecting ridge on the humerus at the level of the deltopectoral crest. Nearly all anatomical features indicate that Zby is a non-neosauropod eusauropod.

Zby is an extinct genus of non-neosauropod eusauropod sauropod dinosaur which lived during the late Jurassic (Kimmeridgian) in Portugal. It belonged to the unranked clade of large sauropods called Turiasauria and was related to the large European Turiasaurus.

Zby is an extinct genus of non-neosauropod eusauropod sauropod dinosaur which lived during the late Jurassic (Kimmeridgian) in Portugal. It belonged to the unranked clade of large sauropods called Turiasauria and was related to the large European Turiasaurus.

Zby atlanticus, n. gen. et sp., can be diagnosed on the basis of four autapomorphies, including a prominent posteriorly pro-jecting ridge on the humerus at the level of the deltopectoral crest.

Dinosaur Zby atlanticus: scientific and paleontological classification, description, dimensions, length, weight, speed, temporal range, species, fossils, references

Zby atlanticus, a sauropod dinosaur from the Late Jurassic of Portugal (~156-151 mya). While its genus name might look like a keyboard smash, it was actually named after the Russian-French paleontologist Georges Zbyszewski , who spent much of his career studying Portuguese fossils.

A compilation of the best Zby illustrations, facts, fossils, and maps. See how it lived in Europe during the Jurassic period.