Its front legs were slightly shorter than its hind legs

like many birds

El análisis más reciente de sus fósiles también ha aportado información sobre su esperanza de vida

It lived during the Jurassic period

characterized by their agility and retractable claws on their feet

Elasmosaurus platyurus Camptosaurus Its front legs were slightlyElasmosaurus platyurus is a marine reptile from the Late Cretaceous that lived approximately 80 million years ago. This member of the plesiosaur family is famous for its extremely long neck, which makes up almost half of its total length, which is estimated to be around 10. 5 meters (35 feet). Its neck is thought to have contained up to 72 vertebrae, giving it great flexibility for moving in the water. Elasmosaurus had a streamlined body, with a