What is dromiceiomimus?

Dromiceiomimus is a genus of theropod dinosaur that lived during the late Cretaceous period, approximately 75 million years ago. It was a member of the ornithomimid family, which were theropod dinosaurs that were closely related to modern birds.

Dromiceiomimus was a fast and agile dinosaur, with long legs and a slender body that allowed it to run quickly to escape predators. It had a long neck and a small head with sharp teeth, which it used to catch small prey such as insects and small vertebrates.

Fossils of Dromiceiomimus have been found in North America, specifically in the western United States and Canada. It is believed to have lived in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and marshes.

The name Dromiceiomimus means "emu mimic," reflecting its similarities to modern emus in terms of its long legs and running ability. It is one of the best-known ornithomimids and has been studied extensively by paleontologists.