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Apatosaurus
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This dinosaur is widely known as Brontosaurus (meaning "thunder lizard"), however the correct scientific
name is Apatosaurus (meaning "deceptive lizard").
This is because when
Othniel C. Marsh
discovered the first two fossils
in 1877 and 1879, he did not at first realize that they were adult and
juvenile examples of the same species, and hence gave the two fossils
different names.
Subsequently, it has been realized, that both of these
fossils were after all from
the same species, so only one name should be used: Apatosaurus is the correct
name, because it is was the first name used.
Apatosaurus was a massive herbivore
(plant-eater) that lived during the
late Jurassic period 157 to 146 million years ago in western
North America. An adult Apatosaurus measured
70 feet (21.3 metres) long,
and weighed a massive 33 tons.
When it was first discovered, many
scientists believed that
Apatosaurus was so huge that it could not have supported its weight on
dry land, and therefore must have lived partially submerged in water. If
you look at older books about dinosaurs, you may often see Apatosaurus depicted
in this way. More recent research and discoveries
(including the discovery of fossilized footprints),
however suggests that Apatosaurus probably
did live on dry land, and probably was a grazing animal that lived in herds.
Other interesting facts about Apatosaurus include:
- Apatosaurus
was a close relative
of
Diplodocus.
Apatosaurus was not as long as its relative, but it was more
bulky.
- Apatosaurus could have reared up on its front legs and brought them
down with crushing force on an attacker, or used its tail as a whip
in defense.
Timeline:
Apatosaurus / Brontosaurus Pictures and Postersby AllPosters
Brontosaurus, Dinosaur Park, Rapid City, South Dakota
18" X 12.5"
Art Print
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Roadside Apatosaurus
18" X 12.5"
Art Print
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Sinclair Dinosaur Exhibit, Chicago World's Fair
18" X 12.5"
Art Print
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Roadside Dinosaur
18" X 12.5"
Art Print
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Roadside Dinosaur
14" X 11"
Pre-Matted Print
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Sinclair Dinosaur Exhibit, Chicago World's Fair
14" X 11"
Pre-Matted Print
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Brontosaurus, Dinosaur Park, Rapid City, South Dakota
14" X 11"
Pre-Matted Print
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Roadside Apatosaurus
11" X 14"
Pre-Matted Print
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Prehistoric Animals: a Laelaps Attacking a Brontosaurus
24" X 18"
Giclee Print
Artist: Wilhelm Kuhnert.
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Brontosaurus Attacked by Allosaurus
24" X 18"
Giclee Print
Artist: Wilhelm Kuhnert.
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Brontosaurus, Dinosaur Park, South Dakota
18" X 12.5"
Art Print
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Cement Brontosaurus
18" X 12.5"
Art Print
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Apatosaurus Toys
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Boldly colored, this large Apatosaurus is almost 2' tall and 43" long from his head to his tail! Made with a flexible wire frame that allows flexibility and stability. Measures 43" x 21" x 9". |
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- Measures: 13.4"W x 6.0"H x 3.6"D. Scale 1:40
Product Description:
Each model comes equipped with a booklet containing the scientific data on each of the saurians and a figure of a human in the same scale, to facilitate comparison of size. Sculpted in close cooperation with the Natural Museum of the Humboldt-University Berlin.Schleich Apatosaurus. Hand-painted Replica Saurus measures: 13.4"W x 6.0"H x 3.6"D. Scale 1:40 |
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- Measures over 24" in length
- Authentically detailed and intricately hand-finished with paint exceeding US and European lead safety standards.
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The worlds premier line of collectible dinosaur replicas. This replica has been researched and authenticated by the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The hand-painted adult Apatosaurus is scaled at 1:40 and measures 22" L x 5" H (56 x 12.5 cm). Includes a 5-language educational hang tag. Age 3+ |
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This is a Woodcraft Construction Kit of a Apatosaurus Dinosaur. There are 42 interlocking 3mm wooden plywood pieces and when assembled measure 14'' L x 3'' W x 4 3/4' 'H. These high grade 3mm wood puzzles come individually shrink-wrapped w/instructions & sandpaper included. Pop out the pieces and go! Painted or left as natural wood, its a challenging, educational and creative activity for all ages. Start your collection today! The units are made of 3mm plywood and the pieces are individually slotted to interlock with one another to form a 3D model. Everything is pre-cut and assembled by pushing the pieces together. There is nothing to cut or glue. The 3D Puzzles are even paintable if desired. |
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This Brontosaurus loves to walk around, all he needs is wind him up! The Brontosaurus is blue with blue dots on his back. |
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- 5 language translations on all packaging.
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- Assembly Size: 25"L x 8.25"W x 13"H
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Apatosaurus Books
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T-Rex once ruled the world, and he's still pretty popular with kids. Children will have so much fun cutting, pasting, assembling, and, best of all, playing with our T-Rex and Apatosaurus - they won't even realize they're learning new skills! |
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By Dick King-Smith
Roaring Brook Press
Released: 2008-03-18
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SOMETIMES THE MOST UNLIKELY PAIRS MAKE THE BEST OF FRIENDS. A hilarious prehistoric yarn for newly-independent readers from a master of children's animal stories. All pterodactyls know that flying dinosaurs are superior, and all apatosauruses know that any dinosaur with only two legs is surely second-class. Nosy, a pterodactyl, and Banty, an apatosaurus, become great friends even though their parents have forbidden them to play together. With Nosy’s fast flying and Banty’s smarts, the two take on the biggest predator on the Great Plain, and conquer their parents’ prejudices in one great adventure. |
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By Dick King-Smith
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By Penny McKinlay
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Bumposaurus the baby dinosaur is ready to take on the world, but he’s so near-sighted he can’t even find his way out of his egg. Once he does manage to get hatched, the fearless little guy learns that life doesn’t get much easier. This hilarious story looks at the question of difference in a lighthearted, sympathetic way. Penny McKinlay’s exuberant narrative and Britta Teckentrup’s bright, vivid artwork — helped along by the endearing foibles of the main character — make the book's gentle lesson in tolerance and friendship both entertaining and reassuring. |
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Bumposaurus the baby dinosaur is ready to take on the world, but he’s so near-sighted he can’t even find his way out of his egg. Once he does manage to get hatched, the fearless little guy learns that life doesn’t get much easier. This hilarious story looks at the question of difference in a lighthearted, sympathetic way. Penny McKinlay’s exuberant narrative and Britta Teckentrup’s bright, vivid artwork — helped along by the endearing foibles of the main character — make the book's gentle lesson in tolerance and friendship both entertaining and reassuring. |
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By Peter Maloney
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Everyone knows that brontosauruses don't eat meat-or at least they're not supposed to. But one day Bronto gets a terrible stomachache. When the doctor takes an X ray, it shows Bronto's ribs, his stomach, some trees, and . . . something Bronto will never forget!
With hilarious illustrations and a surprise ending, here is a wacky story that gives new meaning to the phrase "Watch what you eat!" |
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Everyone knows that brontosauruses don't eat meat-or at least they're not supposed to. But one day Bronto gets a terrible stomachache. When the doctor takes an X ray, it shows Bronto's ribs, his stomach, some trees, and . . . something Bronto will never forget!
With hilarious illustrations and a surprise ending, here is a wacky story that gives new meaning to the phrase "Watch what you eat!" |
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What does the hungry dinosaur want to eat? A parrot, a pig, and a puppy all fear they’re on the menu. Little do they know, this dinosaur is an Apatosaurus—he only eats plants! Can a couple of kids help him find something to eat?
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What does the hungry dinosaur want to eat? A parrot, a pig, and a puppy all fear they’re on the menu. Little do they know, this dinosaur is an Apatosaurus—he only eats plants! Can a couple of kids help him find something to eat?
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By Ben Nussbaum
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Apatosaurus lumbers toward the stream to eat. She is slow and tired. A pack of Ceratasaurus sense that Apatosaurus is not strong. They slowly surround her, ready to attack. What is the matter with Apatosaurus? Will she be okay? Includes a tear-out poster, and read-along CD. |
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Apatosaurus lumbers toward the stream to eat. She is slow and tired. A pack of Ceratasaurus sense that Apatosaurus is not strong. They slowly surround her, ready to attack. What is the matter with Apatosaurus? Will she be okay? Includes a tear-out poster, and read-along CD. |
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By Carol K. Lindeen
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Text and illustrations present the life of the dinosaur known as apatosaurus. Includes information on how this prehistoric animal looked, along with its behavior. |
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By Carol K. Lindeen
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Text and illustrations present the life of the dinosaur known as apatosaurus. Includes information on how this prehistoric animal looked, along with its behavior. |
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By Michael Dahl
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Explains how scientists learn about dinosaurs and what their discoveries have revealed about Apatosaurus. |
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By Michael Dahl
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