| This is a Cryolophosaurus, one of the more colorful members of the collection. It's a carnivore, so take the necessary precautionsā¦ and don't let its looks deceive you. |
Cryolophosaurus is a genus of theropod dinosaur in Jurassic World Evolution 2. Originating in Early Jurassic Antarctica and one of the largest carnivores of its time, Cryolophosaurus is easily distinguished by the rounded crest on its head.[1]
Characteristics
Related to the Dilophosaurus, Cryolophosaurus was among the largest carnivores of the Early Jurassic period, measuring about 7 meters in length and weighing an average of half a ton.[1] It was one of the first carnivorous dinosaurs, feeding on smaller dinosaurs and mammals. The name Cryolophosaurus translates to "Frozen Crested Lizard", which refers to the cold climate of its original habitat, Antarctica, as well as its most distinctive feature; the striking "pompadour"-like head crest, which earned it the nickname "Elvisaurus".[1]
Gameplay
Behaviour
In Evolution 2, Cryolophosaurus thrives in enclosures that strike a balance between forested and open spaces. A substantial water source and an ample supply of prey also contribute to their contentment. These dinosaurs aren't highly social and can lead comfortable lives in enclosures with just two individuals.[1]
Paleontology
Measuring 6 to 7.6 m (20 to 25 ft) long and weighing between 318 to 817 kg (700 and 1,800 lb), rivaling Dilophosaurus, Cryolophosaurus is a relatively large dinosaur species that was discovered in Antarctica, a region that was once part of the ancient supercontinent Gondwana. Its remains were first unearthed during an expedition in the early 1990s by American paleontologist William R. Hammer while on an expedition to Antarctica. Hammer unearthed a femur and a skull from a quarry, noting that the unique head crest must mean that it was a new genus ā a belief that was confirmed when the find was officially classified in 1994. Thus, the genus was named for the distinctive crest on its head, Cryolophosaurus.
Paleoecology
Although Antarctica is now icy and cold (in fact, arguably the coldest place on Earth nowadays), during Early Jurassic period around 193 to 170 million years ago, Cryolophosaurus inhabited an Antarctica that was markedly different from its frozen state today. Despite the continent's current extreme cold, the climate back then was comparatively temperate back then, with temperatures rarely dropping to freezing levels. In this environment, Cryolophosaurus coexisted with a limited array of fellow inhabitants. In fact, there is only one other known genus of dinosaur from that region, the sauropodomorph dinosaur Glacialisaurus, although other reptiles and mammals shared the same environment.
Available genomes
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Behind the scenes
Cryolophosaurus was first revealed to be in Evolution 2 with the release of its Species Field Guide on November 3, 2021. This was accompanied by a short article exploring the species on the official Frontier forums.[1]
Gallery
References
External links
- Cryolophosaurus on Wikipedia
