👉 The term "phenacodontidae" is a genus of extinct reptiles that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, around 66 million years ago. These animals are known for their large, elongated snout, which they used to reach out to catch prey. They were primarily herbivores and were adapted to living in open environments, like grasslands or forests. Some examples of phenacodontidae include the giant salamander (Salamandra), the giant