Introduction to the Cretaceous
The Cretaceous Period lasted from about 145 to 66 million years ago. It was a time of significant geological and biological change on Earth, resulting in the emergence of iconic creatures such as the Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, and Velociraptor. 🦖✨
Flora and Fauna of the Cretaceous
This period saw the diversification of flowering plants, which began to dominate the landscape. The oceans were teeming with life, from the towering plesiosaurs to the sleek, swift ichthyosaurs.
The End of an Era
Sadly, the Cretaceous Period ended with a massive extinction event, caused by a meteorite impact, that led to the extinction of many species, including non-avian dinosaurs.