When did it live?
Coelophysis lived during the Late Triassic Period,
about 216 to 203 million years ago.
What did it eat?
It was a carnivore that likely ate small animals,
insects, and other reptiles.
How big was it?
Coelophysis was about 6 to 10 feet long, but it was very lightly built
and weighed much less than the giant meat-eating dinosaurs.
Fun Fact
Coelophysis had a long, slender body and powerful back legs,
making it well suited for running quickly.