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Megalosaurus
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Megalosaurus was a carnivore (meat-eater) that lived in
Europe
(including
France
Portugal,
and southern England),
during the
middle Jurassic period,
between about 181 to 169 million years ago.
Part of Megalosaurus bone was discovered in a quarry in
England in
1676. Although it was correctly identified as the femur from a large animal,
but it was wrongly thought to be the thigh bone of a giant human! Further
discoveries were made in the 19th century, starting from 1815
and acquired by William Buckland.
In 1818, French anatomist, Georges Cuvier, visited, and realized the bones were from
a giant lizard-like creature, and thus in 1824,
Buckland
reported and named the animal in a report entitled
"Notice on the Megalosaurus or Great Fossil Lizard of Stonesfield".
Megalosaurus was in fact the first dinosaur named - in fact it had its name,
even before the word dinosaur existed - the term "dinosauria" was only coined by
Sir Richard Owen in 1842.
Early reconstructions of Megalosaurus (such as the one found at
Dinosaur Court)
tend depict the animal as a heavily-built quadruped (to add to the confusion, some early literature refers to
all dinosaurs found in Europe
as Megalosaurus). We now know however that Megalosaurus was a bipedal carnivore with relatively short
fore limbs.
In addition to fossils of Megalosaurus bones,
scientists have also discovered fossils of trackways (footprints) made by the animal. A replica
of one such trackway can be found on the lawn outside the
Oxford University Museum of Natural History.
Megalosaurus was a carnivore (meat-eater) that lived from 181 to 169 million years ago
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Megalosaurus Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Megalosaurus:
- Megalosaurus was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Megalosaurus" means "big lizard". It was the first dinosaur named, its name being chosen by William Buckland in 1824.
- Megalosaurus was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Megalosaurus was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Megalosaurus was a Theropod - a member of a group of related bipedal dinosaurs that included the ancestors of birds (although Megalosaurus was not itself an ancestor of birds).
- Megalosaurus lived between about 181 million years ago and 169 million years ago, during the Jurassic period.
- Megalosaurus lived in Europe (including England, France, and Portugal).
- Megalosaurus was a carnivore (meat-eater).
- Megalosaurus was about 30 feet (9 meters) long.
- Megalosaurus weighed about 1 ton.
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By Sally Lee
Capstone Press
Released: February 1st, 2015
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Megalosaurus (Little Paleontologist)- Manufacturer: Capstone Press
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- ISBN: 1491423773
- EAN: 9781491423776
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- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Sally Lee
- Publication Date: February 1st, 2015
- Release Date: February 1st, 2015
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By Susan Heinrichs Gray
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Megalosaurus (Exploring Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Childs World Inc
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- ISBN: 159296236X
- EAN: 9781592962365
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- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Susan Heinrichs Gray
Physical Description:- Size: 9.75 inches by 7.75 inches by 0.5 inches
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By Laura Alden
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Megalosaurus : Dinosaurs Series- Manufacturer: The Childs World Inc
- ISBN: 0895656299
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- Author: Laura Alden
Physical Description:- Size: 10.5 inches by 8.5 inches by 0.5 inches
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By Janet Riehecky
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- ISBN: 142960039X
- EAN: 9781429600392
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- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Janet Riehecky
Physical Description:- Size: 9.25 inches by 11.25 inches by 0.5 inches
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By Nicky Dee
Dragonfly Group
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What's So Special About Megalosaurus?- Manufacturer: Dragonfly Group
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- ISBN: 0993529364
- EAN: 9780993529368
- PartNumber: 9780993529368
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Nicky Dee
- Publication Date: February 1st, 2018
- Release Date: February 1st, 2018
Physical Description:- Size: 8.0 inches by 8.0 inches by 0.2 inches
- Weight: 0.27337320488 pounds
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By Nicky Dee
Enslow Publishing
Released: July 30th, 2023
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Megalosaurus: The First to Be Named (What's So Special about Dinosaurs?)- Manufacturer: Enslow Publishing
- ISBN: 1978534868
- EAN: 9781978534865
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Nicky Dee
- Publication Date: July 30th, 2023
- Release Date: July 30th, 2023
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By Riehecky
Capstone Press
Released: January 1st, 2006
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Megalodon (Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Animals)- Manufacturer: Capstone Press
- Brand: Capstone Press
- ISBN: 0736869115
- EAN: 9780736869119
- PartNumber: illustrations
Details:- Paperback
- Format: Illustrated
- Edition: Illustrated
- Number of Pages: 24
- Authors: Riehecky, Janet
- Publication Date: January 1st, 2006
- Release Date: January 1st, 2006
Physical Description:- Size: 9.0 inches by 10.9 inches by 0.1 inches
- Weight: 0.27 pounds
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PNSO Prehistoric Dinosaur Models: (74 Edward The Megalosaurus)- Manufacturer: PNSO
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- EAN: 6974180732317
- PartNumber: PNSO28020301017ZH
Physical Description:- Size: 6.0 inches by 12.0 inches by 4.0 inches
- Weight: 0.03968320716 Pounds
- Color: 74 Edward the Megalosaurus
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Breyer CollectA Prehistoric Life Collection Miniature Figure | Megalosaurus in Ambush- Manufacturer: COLLECTA
- Brand: Collecta
- Model: 88909
- EAN: 4892900889092
- PartNumber: 90188909
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 1.4173228332 Inches by 6.4960629855 Inches by 2.5196850368 Inches
- Weight: 0.0440924524 pounds
- Color: Brown
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- EXPERT DESIGN: Working with experts from across the globe, CollectA hand-painted figurines are all factually accurate and paleontologist-approved, so little ones get to learn while they play.
- PRODUCT SPECS: Approx. 16 x 3 x 5 cm (LWH)
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PNSO 74 Megalosaurus Edward Teratosaurus Figure Prehistoric Animal Dinosaur Model Captivating Collection Set-Realistic Wonderful Decoration Gift for Adult- Manufacturer: WLNTDOLA
- Brand: WLNTDOLA
- PartNumber: PNSOMeg
Physical Description:- Size: 2.7 inches by 9.0 inches by 1.2 inches
Features:- ??Size?Dinosaur: 9" L(230MM) x 1.2" W(30MM) X 2.7" H(70MM), Original Box Size: 9.9" L(253MM) x 1.7" W(43MM) X 3.8" H(98MM).
- ??Package Include?1 Model,1 x Original Box.
- ??Feature?Science Art Mode, Dinosaur Figure, Animal Collector, Decoration, The Mouth Is Movable.
- ??Material?Made of PVC, Safe and Eco-friendly.
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Lana Toys PNSO Torvosaurus Connor Figure Realistic Megalosauridae Dinosaur Megalosaurus PVC Collector Animal Art Model Decoration Gift for Adult ,48 the- Manufacturer: Lana Toys
- Brand: Lana Toys
- UPC: 770264582641
- EAN: 0770264582641
- PartNumber: 782913273077
Physical Description:- Size: 3.3 inches by 11.6 inches by 1.3 inches
- Color: 48 Connor the Torvosaurus
Features:- ??Size? Torvosaurus: 11.6" L(295mm) x 1.3" W(35mm) x 3.3" H(85mm), Curve Length 11.8" / 300 mm, Original Box: 12.5" L(320mm) x 3.3" W(85mm) x 4.7" H(120mm)
- ??Package Include? 1 x Figure, 1 x Transparent Stand, 1 x Original Box
- ??Feature? Dinosaur Toy, Animal Decor, Collector, Movable Jaw, Note: If it is placed for a long time, it should be equipped with the transparent auxiliary support
- ??Material? Made of PVC, Safe and Eco-friendly.
- ??Detail? High detailed and Beautifully Finished.
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Jurassic World Toys Camp Cretaceous Monolophosaurus Savage Strike Dinosaur Figure, Smaller Size, Attack Move Iconic to Species, Movable Arms & Legs, Ages 4 Years Old & Up- Manufacturer: Mattel
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- Model: GVG51
- UPC: 887961925296
- EAN: 0887961925296
- PartNumber: GVG51
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Physical Description:- Size: 6.4961 Inches by 8.2677 Inches by 2.1654 Inches
- Weight: 0.26 pounds
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FUNSHOWCASE Educational Realistic Megalosaurus Dinosaur Figures Playset Fairy Garden Height 5-inch- Manufacturer: FUNSHOWCASE
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- PartNumber: 2033--FUN
Physical Description:- Size: 1.95 inches by 7.4 inches by 3.5 inches
- Color: Megalosaurus Height 5-inch
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- Dinosaur cake or cupcake toppers, non-toxic BPA free plastic material, safe for food
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Gemini & Genius Dinosaur Toys, Mosasaurus Action Figure, Reptile Animal Toys, Great Gift, Collection, Cake Topper, Role-play, Storytelling Props, Party Supplies, Room Decor for Kids 3 Years Old and Up- Manufacturer: Gemini&Genius
- Brand: Gemini&Genius
- PartNumber: Ocean toys
Physical Description:Features:- ?Safe Material ?Made of eco-friendly, non-toxic and durable materials. This product has been produced under the CPSC standard and it is suitable for children 3 -12 years old.
- ?Simple and Versatile? Ideal for stage and puppet theater, storytelling props, teaching supplies, pre-school toys, role playing games, party gifts and so on.
- ?Ocean Theme Party?To have a ocean theme party and decorate with this lifelike figurine. Exact jaw and skin details make you feel the charm of Ocean Life!
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EOIVSH Megalodon & Mosasaurus Realistic Dinosaur Toys Set, Ocean Sea Monster Figures for Party Favors, Collection, Birthday Gifts- Manufacturer: EOIVSH
- Brand: EOIVSH
- PartNumber: 056-MegalodonMosasaurus
Physical Description:- Weight: 1.42418621252 pounds
- Color: Megalodon & Mosasaurus
Features:- Package Include: Come with a giftable colorbox, include 1x Megalodon, 1x Mosasaurus, 16x Dinosaur Cards( with various dinosaur pictures and dinosaur descriptions )
- Natural appearance: Each dinosaur figure is finely sculpted and hand painted by experts, highly detailed for realistic appearance
- Great addition: With lifelike details, active poses, these dinosaur figures can easily help capture kids' attention and spark imaginative play, suitable for landscape scenes, educational toy, home desktop decoration
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Jurassic Large Mosasaurus Dinosaur Toy Figure, 13.4" Realistic Giant Sea Monster Figurine, Educational Prehistoric Water World Ocean Creature for Model Decoration, Display, Collectors- Manufacturer: Liberty Imports
- Brand: Liberty Imports
- UPC: 817210027747
- EAN: 0817210027747
- PartNumber: JZD030
Physical Description:- Size: 14.0 inches by 7.0 inches by 2.5 Inches
- Weight: 0.65918216338 pounds
- Color: Blue
Features:- HIGHLY-DETAILED DESIGN: The dinosaur model boasts exquisite workmanship and perfect details, making it a realistic representation of a Mosasaurus, the colossal swimming dinosaur. It can be used as a cake topper or toy, sparking children's imagination and allowing them to explore the fascinating world of Jurassic deep sea creatures.
- WORKING FEATURES: With realistic sculpting and articulation, this colossal sea creature comes to life, including a jaw that can open and close! Bring big excitement home with this lifelike figurine!
- LARGE SIZE: Measuring 13.4”(L)*5”(W), this Mosasaurus toy is sized just right for kids to play with as well as for collectors to display. Perfect for Dinosaurs theme party decorations, cake topper, ocean deep sea creature theme party decorations,
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EOIVSH Large Megalodon Shark Toy: Realistic Ocean Animal Figurine, Collection Gift, Bath Toy, Cake Topper- Manufacturer: EOIVSH
- Brand: EOIVSH
- PartNumber: 057-NewMegalodon
Physical Description:- Size: 3.7007873978 inches by 10.59842518604 inches by 5.70078739576 inches
- Weight: 0.83996121822 Pounds
- Color: New Megalodon
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- Megalodon Size: 10.6"(L)x 5.7"(W) x 3.7"(H)/27.5cm(L)x14.5cm(W)x9.5cm(H)
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