From Lexicanum

Dinosaur is a human term that describes various reptilian-like life forms that inhabit the galaxy.¹

The term does not imply a biological relationship between different creatures, but rather reptilian similarities in appearance. Apart from that, dinosaurs can vary tremendously in size and form. Larger dinosaurs are especially common on death worlds, where they are often among the main predators.¹

The word "dinosaur" is derived from the name that was given to the prehistoric animals that lived on ancient earth, long before mankind.^{1, 2}

Known creatures referred to as dinosaurs

• Archaeosaur ²
• Carnosaurus ⁴
• Dinosaur ³
• Megasaurus ⁴

Sources

• ¹: Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, p.210
• ²: Let the Galaxy Burn/Dark Imperium (Anthologies): Battle of the Archaeosaurs by Barrington J. Bayley
• ³: Let the Galaxy Burn (Anthology): In the Belly of the Beast by William King
• ⁴: WD126: Knights by Andy Chambers, p.29

External links

• Dinosaurs at wikipedia (site accessed 2009.12.11)