👉 Herpyllus was a genus of small, insect-like reptiles that lived in the late Cretaceous period (about 68 to 54 million years ago) on the land between Europe and Asia. They were characterized by their elongated bodies, short legs, and large eyes with pupils that could be seen from afar. Herpyllus was also known for their distinctive bony spines along their back and sides, which served as a defense against predators. Herpyll
