Genus: Chilenosuchus CASAMIQUELA, 1978 (1980)
Etymology: In reference to Chile, the country of origin, and Greek, souchus, "crocodile."

Species: forttae CASAMIQUELA, 1978 (1980)
Etymology:

Syntype: SNGM 987

Locality: Quimal, north of Cordillera Domeyko, Lat 230°oy’, Lat. 68°39, Pesquisas, Chile.

Horizon: Estratos El Bordo Formation.

Biostratigraphy:

Age: Late Triassic.

Material: Impressions of vertebrae, ribs, gastralia, scapula, pubes, and armor.