👉 Machairodontidae is a family of extinct sauropod dinosaurs that lived during the late Jurassic period, around 165-204 million years ago. They were known for their large size and powerful jaws, which allowed them to climb trees and reach high places. Machairodontids are classified as sauropods, which is a type of dinosaur that also includes triceratopsids (including the Tyrannosaurus rex) and crocody