In Depth
Fukuisaurus was initially only known from partial skull fragments, including a maxilla and jugal from the right hand side of the skull. Further specimens have since been discovered leading to Fukuisaurus being reconstructed with a strong degree of confidence. As an ornithopod, Fukuisaurus is similar to others of the group such as Iguanodon. However, Fukuisaurus does appear to be a more primitive form with a skull that does not support side to side chewing.
Further Reading
– A new iguanodontian (Dinosauria: Ornithopoda) from the Lower Cretaceous Kitadani Formation of Fukui Prefecture, Japan. – Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology 23(1):166-175. – Y. Kobayashi & Y. Azuma – 2003.
