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Tangshang Formation

Geological Age

Late Cretaceous

One of the greatest revolutions in azhdarchid behavior happened here in the Late Cretaceous.

Description

This is a rock formation in China that dates back to the Campanian Stage of the Late Cretaceous, 81.5 million years ago. The azhdarchid Zhejiangopterus hails from this formation.

Setting

Geological Age

Late Cretaceous

Environment

Tangshang Formation

Location

China

Credits

  • Vasi Devi
    Author
    Vasi Devi
  • Nick Garland
    Exhibit Designer
    Nick Garland