Xiphactinus For Kids

Name:

Xiphactinus (combination Latin and Greek for "sword ray"); pronounced zih-FACK-tih-nuss

X. audax
X. vestus

Habitat:

Shallow waters of North America, Europe, Australia

Historical Period:

Late Cretaceous (90-65 million years ago)

Size and Weight:

Up to 20 feet long and 500-1,000 pounds

Diet:

Fish

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Large size; prominent teeth

 This week we have an awesome coloring page, all things considered, of Xiphactinus. Today is an easy day. Share the facts, color the mean looking fish, enjoy some snow outside (if you have it)