What is another word for genus plesiosaurus?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs plˌiːzɪəsˈɔːɹəs] (IPA) 
Genus Plesiosaurus is a prehistoric marine reptile that existed during the early Jurassic period about 200 million years ago. The word Plesiosaurus comes from the Greek words "plesios" meaning near, and "sauros" meaning lizard. Other synonyms for Plesiosaurus include Cryptoclidus, Microcleidus, Occitanosaurus, and Thililua. These synonyms are based on the differences in Plesiosaurus species' anatomy, such as skull and limb structure. Plesiosaurus's unique elongated neck and four flippers made it an efficient swimmer and a fascinating creature of the Jurassic world. The study of these synonyms allows paleontologists to expand their knowledge of Plesiosaurus and its evolution.
