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Allosaurus
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Allosaurus was a common carnivorous (meat-eating) dinosaur
in North America during the late Jurassic and early
Cretaceous period,
approximately 154 to 135 million
years ago. Allosaurus
fossils
have also been found in Africa and
Australia.
Allosaurus was up to 39 feet (11.9 meters) long,
and weighed approximately 1.7 tons.
Some scientists believe Allosaurus was too heavy to chase down prey, and
therefore was probably a scavenger. However, others believe that Allosaurus
may have been quite agile, and could even have hunted in packs to bring down
giant herbivores (plant-eaters) such as
Apatosaurus or
Diplodocus.
The first Allosaurus
fossil
was incorrectly described as a "petrified horse hoof".
In fact, it was a caudal vertebra (tail bone) of this dinosaur, although
it was not recognized as such at the time.
Using much more material, including a partial skeleton,
Othniel C. Marsh
published the first description of Allosaurus in 1877.
One of the most important Allosaurus specimens found, was
discovered in
Wyoming,
in 1991.
This animal, which has been nicknamed "Big Al", was actually smaller than
average for its particular species of Allosaurus (it was probably not fully grown),
and even though many bones showed signs of infection (which may have contributed to the animal's death),
was very important because the skeleton was 95% complete. Furthermore, the same team which discovered
"Big Al", also subsequently discovered a second well-preserved specimen, which has been nicknamed
"Big Al Two".
The discovery, and possible life-story of "Big Al", served as inspiration
for a special episode of the BBC/Discovery TV series, Walking With Dinosaurs,
entitled "The Ballad of Big Al".
Allosaurus has been designated the official state
fossil of
Utah,
since
1988.
Allosaurus was a carnivore (meat-eater) that lived from 154 to 135 million years ago
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Allosaurus Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Allosaurus:
- Allosaurus was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Allosaurus" means "different lizard" or "strange lizard". This name was chosen by Othniel C. Marsh in 1877.
- Allosaurus was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Allosaurus was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Allosaurus was a Theropod - a member of a group of related bipedal dinosaurs that included the ancestors of birds (although Allosaurus was not itself an ancestor of birds).
- Allosaurus lived between about 154 million years ago and 135 million years ago, during the late Jurassic and early Cretaceous periods.
- Allosaurus lived in North America, Africa and Australia.
- Allosaurus was a carnivore (meat-eater).
- Some scientists think that Allosaurus was probably a scavenger, but others think it was an active predator. There is even possibility that Allosaurus may have been a pack hunting animal, with individuals working together to bring down prey.
- Allosaurus was about 39 feet (11.9 meters) long.
- Allosaurus weighed about 1.7 tons.
- Allosaurus is the official state fossil of Utah.
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Allosaurus Books
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By Sally Lee
Capstone Press
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Before Tyrannosaurus rex, there was the mighty Allosaurus. This carnivorous dinosaur ruled the Jurassic Period with its razor-sharp teeth and deadly claws. Vibrant images, colorful maps, interesting facts, and engaging text supported by Smithsonian experts transport readers back in time to meet this terrifying meat eater. |
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By Joanne Mattern
Brand: Weekly Reader Early Learning
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Provides information about allosaurus, whose name means "the different lizard" because of its backbone, and the way it hunted. |
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By Jacob Mason
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Dinosaurs Activity Book For Kids Ages 4-8 We have created an activity book full of these dinosaurs creatures and we need your help to complete it! DETAILS: - Coloring dinosaurs pages
- Dot to dot dinosaurs pages
- Mazes dinosaurs
- Spot the difference
- How to draw dinosaurs
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- Hidden pictures pages
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By Stephen Cole
Brand: Dutton Juvenile
Released: 2001-06-04
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In a lively mix of science and stunning visual images, the life story of a male Allosaurus, whose remains were discovered in Wyoming, follows his tough life from his early days beating out bigger dinosaurs for food to the fierce battles he fought as a teen. Original. |
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By Megan Cooley Peterson
Capstone Press
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Allosaurus and its relatives were fierce and dangerous predators. Dinosaurs in this group had deadly claws and razor-sharp teeth. Bold, full-color illustrations, easy-to-read charts and maps, and interesting facts take readers back to a time when these fearsome hunters walked the earth. |
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By Marco Signore
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In Abbeville's Dinosaurs series, a talented artist and a noted paleontologist have teamedup to re-create the vanished world of the dinosaurs in comic-book form. Each volume inthe series tells the action-packed yet scientifically accurate story of a different dinosaurliving in its particular time and place. At the back of each volume, meanwhile, are severalshort essays, abundantly illustrated with original drawings and photographs of fossils, thatexplain more about the creatures and settings encountered in the comic.
The Hunting Pack, the third title in the series, depicts life in a group of Allosaurus inthe late Jurassic period, 150 million years ago, in what is today western North America.As these powerful predators hunt herbivores like Camarasaurus and Stegosaurus, anaggressive young Allosaurus challenges the battle-scarred dominant male for leadershipof the pack. The essays at the back of the book explore the comic's remarkable setting,the ancient ecosystem of the Morrison Formation, located in what is today the westernUnited States and Canada. |
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By Susan H. Gray
The Child's World, Inc.
Released: 2014-01-01
Kindle Edition (32 pages)
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Long ago, a once-mighty Allosaurus stalked the land searching for helpless prey for dinner, too sick to battle stronger dinosaurs. Millions of years later, scientists discovered the bones of this 'different lizard' in Wyoming and named him Big Al. Read how Big Al helped them learn more about Allosaurus and its days on Earth. |
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By Rob Shone
Powerkids Pr
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This fast-paced narrative in graphic novel style format will grab your readers' attention as they learn about the Allosaurus, which weighed up to 4 tons. Bewitching photos and graphics with vivid colors enhance the fact-filled front and back matter of this exciting book. |
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By Dee Kyte
Released: 2019-03-31
Kindle Edition (206 pages)
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My Dinosaur Alphabet is a fun and imaginative way for young children to learn their alphabet and some new words. Colourful illustrations make this book fun to read and learn.
Series 1 (A to H) follows 8 dinosaurs, as they go on an adventure to find things beginning with their initial letters, and they ask for the reader's help in doing this. We make friends with Adam the Allosaurus, Bianca the Brachiosaurus, Carley the Compsognathus, Daniel the Diplodocus, Esmerelda the Edmontosaurus, Felicity the Fabrosaurus, George the Gallimimus and Harry the Hadrosaurus.
This book is aimed at young children from 2 to 6 years of age, including young ESL readers. It is written by an author who is a qualified teacher of English as a second language, so is in a format that is easy to read and understand. Your child will enjoy 'stomp, stomp, stomping along' with the different dinosaurs to see what they can find.
Each of these individual stories has been released as a separate eBook, but this compilation allows you to purchase this at a much reduced price, so it becomes more accessible for everyone.
The individual books have featured in the best selling new releases in the Early Learning category for ebooks on Amazon over the last few months, so take advantage of this compilation book to help your child learn their alphabet at a competitive price.
My Dinosaur Alphabet i to z will be released as individual ebooks over the coming months. |
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By Grace Hansen
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This title will help readers discover Allosaurus dinosaurs that lived in the late Jurassic period around 150 million years ago. Each title is complete with cool realistic illustrations, photographs of fossils, and a map of where Allosaurus fossils have been found. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Translated by native Spanish speakers--and immersion school educators. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO. |
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Allosaurus Toys
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Jurassic World Toys
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- Each Roarivore has a sound button that plays their unique dinosaur call
- Perfect size for displaying or playing with
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Relive the exciting adventures of the Jurassic World movies with this realistic Roarivore action figure!
Featuring articulated arms and legs, realistic sculpting, authentic detail, and dinosaur sounds, this figure is a quality addition to any collector's toybox! Each figure also has its own unique attack move that is iconic to its respective species, such as wing-flapping, head-striking, and chomping.
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- Collectable, educational and ideal for school diorama projects.
- Made to the highest specifications using the finest materials.
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Mojo Allosaurus Toy Figure |
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- Educational value
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All Schleich figures are lovingly hand-painted with detailed modelling and allow children to learn as they play. Allosaurus was one of the largest carnivorous dinosaurs. |
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Papo
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Click Here | - ONE OF THE FIERCEST PREDATORS - The Allosaurus was certainly one of the fiercest predators of the Jurassic, he could measure up to 12 meters long and 4.60 meters high and weighs 2 tons. He is one of the largest carnivorous dinosaurs that lived and he did not hesitate to attack large prey like Brachiosaurus or Apatosaurus
- DEVELOPS DEXTERITY AND SPARKS THE IMAGINATION - We encourage your kids to use their imagination to create their own magical kingdom. This Papo toy will help to develop their skills while enjoying hours of imaginative play in great planet's history.
- BEAUTIFULLY FINISHED AND DURABLE - This figure is beautifully finished and the extreme attention to detail is universally recognised. This figure is made of a very high quality plastic and its measures approximately 10 inches long; Suitable for ages: 3+ Years.
Product Description:
Part of the Dinosaur Series by Papo. The art work and detail are beautiful on this hand painted figure. |
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Papo
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Click Here | - Stimulate and inspire imagination of children
- Designed in France
- Highly detailed and durable
Product Description:
Imagine your own Jurassic time with Papo highly detailed dinosaurs. The wide range of dinosaurs will let children create their own adventures including the legendary T-Rex, the velociraptor, the pteranodon, the triceratops and more. Papo is a reference in the world of figurines thanks to the originality of its products and the extreme care taken with product quality and safety. In an age of mass consumption and throwaway goods, Papo remains true to its wish to produce fine toys that last over time and can be passed on from generation to generation. The range of products offers a wealth of 12 different universes ranging from animals made with astonishing degrees of realism to original characters from imaginary worlds. |
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Allosaurus Toy (Educational)
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Click Here | - DINOSAURS COME TO LIFE: Entertain and educate equally, with this realistic and detailed Allosaurus dinosaur figurine which features the characteristic short front arms and bipedal stance of the carnivores
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- DIMENSIONS: 8 x 4.6 x 1.8 Inches
Product Description:
Entertain and educate equally, with this realistic and detailed Allosaurus dinosaur figurine which features the characteristic short front arms and bipedal stance of the carnivores. As well as being a fun toy, this Allosaurus figurine makes for an excellent educational tool for inspiring a love of learning about the prehistoric past in young children. Not quite sure which gift to give to your curious son or daughter? Get yourself this charming Dinosaur figurine toy to inspire and give joy to your kids, nieces, nephews or other loved ones! Not quite sure which gift to give to your curious son or daughter? Get yourself this charming Dinosaur figurine toy to inspire and give joy to your kids, nieces, nephews or other loved ones! Dimensions: 8 x 4.6 x 1.8 Inches |
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Click Here | - LARGE AND FEARSOME PREDATOR The name Allosaurus means different dinosaur. Living in the late Jurassic period, this dinosaur was a large and powerful predator with razor-sharp serrated teeth. Along with the Tyrannosaurus Rex, the Allosaurus has become the epitome of the huge, ferocious dinosaur in popular imagination.
- MADE WITH INDUSTRY-LEADING STANDARDS: All Safari Ltd. figurines have been individually hand painted with careful detail. They feature quality construction from BPA, phthalate, and lead-free materials to ensure your family's safety.
- PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Measures 7.1"L x 1.7W x 3.4"H. For ages 3 and up.
Product Description:
The name Allosaurus means different dinosaur. Living in the late Jurassic period, this dinosaur was a large and powerful predator with razor-sharp serrated teeth. Along with the Tyrannosaurus Rex, the Allosaurus has become the epitome of the huge, ferocious dinosaur in popular imagination. This figurine is part of the Dinosaur and Prehistoric Life Collection, which was designed for the dinosaur lover in us all. Like all Safari Ltd products, the Wild Safari Dinosaur and Prehistoric Life Carcharodontosaurus has been individually hand painted, features quality construction from phthalate and lead-free materials, and includes an educational hangtag in 5 languages. Realistic, educational, and fun, you can admire it on a shelf, use it in the classroom, or simply enjoy playing with it. Product measures 7.1"L x 1.7W x 3.4"H. Recommended for ages 3 and up. |
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Click Here | - EXCELLENT SIZE FOR COLLECTORS AND KIDS-This realistic Allosaurus figure is about 25cm LONG and 9cm HIGH.This is a relatively large model, but one that can still be held comfortably by the hands of a small child. This terrifying model is dramatically posed and sure to impress children and collectors alike.
- GREAT DETAILS-Each HiPlay dinosaur model is hand-painted by proffesional painters.It has a realistic head and body with simulated skin.
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BASIC INFORMATION
-Name: Allosaurus
-Size: 25 × 6 × 9 cm
-Weight: 180g
-Material: Plastic
PRODUCT FEATURES
-Made from high quality Plastic with CE certification.
-Lifelike design with great detail.
-Easy for holding, posing and playing.
APPLICATIONS
-Perfect gifts for kids/children.
-Teaching young children about ancient creatures.
-Wonderful collectibles for figure collectors.
-Display in parties, exhibitions for decoration.
WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
-Dinosaur Model × 1
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- Multiple moving parts for posing and playing
- Collect other figurines to build your very own dino pack
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There's a mysterious villain stalking the area and he's after anything that moves!
Relive the action adventure movie with Jurassic World dinosaur figures! The Indoraptor figure features sharp claws, realistic scales, and movable arms, legs, and tail. Reenact your favorite scenes from the movie with the dino villain, or create your own!
Safe for ages 3 and up.
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