Compsognathus (/ k ɒ m p ˈ s ɒ ɡ n ə θ ə s /; Greek kompsos/κομψός; "elegant", "refined" or "dainty", and gnathos/γνάθος; "jaw") is a genus of small, bipedal, c

Compsognathus, (genus Compsognathus), very small predaceous dinosaurs that lived in Europe during the Late Jurassic Period (161 million to 146 million years ago).

May 29, 2024 · Compsognathus was a small, nimble theropod dinosaur known for its slender build and relatively diminutive size compared to many of its contemporaries. This Late Jurassic …

Apr 30, 2025 · Compsognathus was once thought to be the smallest dinosaur, but others now hold that title. Compsognathus fossils show it ate small lizards like the tiny bavarisaurus.

Compsognathus is considered an important link in the study of bird evolution. The original fossil of this dinosaur was found in the same place as Archaeopteryx, the early feathered reptile.

May 27, 2024 · It’s not every day we think of a dinosaur as cute, but the Compsognathus may be the exception. This carnivore was small, around the size of a large chicken or small turkey, …

Dec 9, 2023 · Compsognathus, often referred to as ‘Compy’, holds a distinct place in dinosaur history due to its unique physical characteristics and size. These diminutive predators were …

Feb 24, 2025 · Compsognathus, affectionately known as ‘Compy’ or ‘Compies’, was a carnivorous theropod that lived 150 million years ago in the Jurassic period and one of the smallest …

Discover the secrets of Compsognathus, a remarkable small theropod dinosaur, and uncover the mysteries of its unique adaptations and ecological role.

Nov 8, 2025 · Compsognathus, whose name aptly translates to “elegant jaw,” may have stood no taller than a modern chicken, but this diminutive dinosaur has made an outsized impact on our …