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Zimbabwe is home to many ancient mysteries and one of them, the Zimbabwean dinosaurs. These strange creatures roamed this African landscape for millions of years until they became extinct some 66 million years ago. Today, we know very little about these long-gone animals, but there are some facts and questions about their lives that we can answer with certainty.

FAQ

Who discovered the dinosaurs of Zimbabwe?

Zimbabwe's first dinosaur was discovered in 1912 by a geologist named Harold Copping. He found the fossil remains of an animal he named Eosinopteryx brevipenna, which means "early short-winged feathered" because it had feathers on its arms and tail but no wings.

Who is the biggest dinosaur in Zimbabwe?

There is no one size fits all for Zimbabwean dinosaurs. These creatures were not like today's reptiles, which grow rapidly and then stop growing when they reach adulthood. Instead, the height of a Zimbabwean animal depended on what it ate throughout its life, which meant that some individuals would be taller than others.

What color were the dinosaurs of Zimbabwe?

Again, there are many different colors and shades among the Zimbabwean dinosaurs, but none have been found with feathers or fur, so we cannot be sure of their original coloration before they went extinct millions of years ago. The only evidence to go off of for now is fossilized skin impressions showing overlapping scales with ridges around them.

See our complete list of Zimbabwean dinosaurs below.