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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 meters) 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.
- Although most scientists believe that Apatosaurus went extinct many
millions of years ago, some cryptozoologists (people who search for
rumored or mythical animals whose existence is uncertain) have suggested
that an animal rumored to be living in the Congo River basin,
known as "Mokele-Mbembe", might possibly be a surviving
Apatosaurus, or perhaps another type of sauropod dinosaur. However,
although there have been numerous expeditions to hunt for Mokele-Mbembe,
there is currently no definitive proof of its existence.
For more information see
Living Dinosaurs?
Apatosaurus (Brontosaurus) was a herbivore (plant-eater) that lived from 157 to 146 million years ago
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Apatosaurus Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Apatosaurus:
- Apatosaurus was a genus of dinosaur.
- Although "Apatosaurus" is the correct scientific name of this genus of dinosaur, the name "Brontosaurus" is also sometimes used. Apatosaurus has two names, because its discoverer, Othniel C. Marsh did not realize that two different fossil specimens (described in 1877 and 1879 respectively) were actually juvenile and adult examples of the same animal.
- "Apatosaurus" means "deceptive lizard" ("Brontosaurus" means "thunder lizard").
- Apatosaurus was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Apatosaurus was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Apatosaurus was a Sauropod - a member of a group of related large quadrupedal herbivorous (plant-eating) dinosaur with long necks.
- Apatosaurus lived between about 157 million years ago and 146 million years ago, during the Jurassic period.
- Apatosaurus lived in North America.
- Apatosaurus was a herbivore (plant-eater).
- Apatosaurus was about 70 feet (21.3 meters) long.
- Apatosaurus weighed about 33 tons.
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Apatosaurus Books
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By Sally Ann Lee
Capstone Press
Released: April 1st, 2015
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Apatosaurus (Little Paleontologist)- Manufacturer: Capstone Press
- ISBN: 149142379X
- EAN: 9781491423790
- PartNumber: illustrations
Details:- Hardcover
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Sally Ann Lee
- Publication Date: April 1st, 2015
- Release Date: April 1st, 2015
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By Heather Sadler
Picture Window Books
Released: February 1st, 2018
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An Apatosaurus Would NOT Make a Good Spy (Dinosaur Daydreams)- Manufacturer: Picture Window Books
- ISBN: 1515821323
- EAN: 9781515821328
Details:- Paperback
- Edition: Reprint
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Heather Sadler
- Publication Date: February 1st, 2018
- Release Date: February 1st, 2018
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- Weight: 0.26 Pounds
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By Workman Publishing
Workman Publishing Company
Released: May 21st, 2013
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Eyelike Stickers: Dinosaurs- Manufacturer: Workman Publishing Company
- Brand: Workman Publishing Company
- Model: WMP0761174844
- ISBN: 0761174842
- EANs: 9780761174844, 8601420172098
- PartNumber: WMP0761174844
Details:- Paperback
- Format: Sticker Book
- Edition: Stk
- Number of Pages: 12
- Author: Workman Publishing
- Publication Date: May 21st, 2013
- Release Date: May 21st, 2013
Physical Description:- Size: 10.31 Inches by 8.81 Inches by 0.13 Inches
- Weight: 0.4 Pounds
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By Tammy Gagne
Pebble
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Apatosaurus: A 4D Book (Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Pebble
- ISBN: 1515795586
- EAN: 9781515795582
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Tammy Gagne
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2018
- Release Date: August 1st, 2018
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By Little Bee Books
Little Bee Books
Released: June 13th, 2017
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Little Explorers: Dinosaurs- Manufacturer: little bee books
- Brand: Little Bee Books
- ISBN: 1499804903
- EAN: 9781499804904
- PartNumber: 9781499804904
Details:- Hardcover
- Format: Lift the flap
- Edition: Ltf Brdbk
- Number of Pages: 18
- Author: Little Bee Books
- Publication Date: June 13th, 2017
- Release Date: June 13th, 2017
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- Weight: 1.0 Pounds
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By Wil Mara
Childrens Pr
Released: March 1st, 2012
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Apatosaurus (Rookie Read-About Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Childrens Pr
- ISBN: 0531209342
- EAN: 9780531209349
- PartNumber: colour illustrations
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Wil Mara
- Publication Date: March 1st, 2012
- Release Date: March 1st, 2012
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By Daniel Cohen
Brand: Bridgestone Books
Released: September 1st, 2000
Library Binding (24 pages)
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Apatosaurus (Discovering Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Capstone Press
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- ISBN: 0736806164
- EAN: 9780736806169
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- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Daniel Cohen
- Publication Date: September 1st, 2000
- Release Date: September 1st, 2000
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By Charles Lennie
Capstone Classroom
Released: August 1st, 2016
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Apatosaurus (Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Capstone Classroom
- ISBN: 1496609948
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- Edition: Reprint
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Charles Lennie
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2016
- Release Date: August 1st, 2016
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- Weight: 0.25 Pounds
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By Annette Bay Pimentel
Amicus Ink
Released: August 29th, 2017
Paperback (24 pages)
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Do You Really Want to Meet Apatosaurus? (Do You Really Want to Meet a Dinosaur?)- Manufacturer: Amicus Ink
- Brand: Amicus Ink
- ISBN: 1681521377
- EAN: 9781681521374
- PartNumber: 43187-46044
Details:- Paperback
- Format: Illustrated
- Edition: Illustrated
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Annette Bay Pimentel
- Publication Date: August 29th, 2017
- Release Date: August 29th, 2017
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- Weight: 0.2 Pounds
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Apatosaurus Toys
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Melissa & Doug Apatosaurus- Manufacturer: Melissa & Doug
- Brand: Melissa & Doug
- Model: 2146
- UPC: 000772021463
- EAN: 0000772021463
- PartNumber: 2146
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 24.5 Inches by 6.5 Inches by 20.4 Inches
- Weight: 2.5 Pounds
- Color: Multi
Features:- Two ready-to-decorate, resin trinket boxes
- Includes 12 pots of paint and 2 paintbrushes
- Ideal party activity or favor or a great rainy-day activity
- Promotes fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and creative expression
- Ages 8+
- Perfect for a stocking stuffer
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Papo "Apatosaurus Figure- Manufacturer: C & J Direct GmbH & Co. KG
- Brand: Papo
- Model: 55039
- UPCs: 785924756508, 794819473086, 793631007844, 787799389683, 792463389074
- EANs: 0787799389683, 0785924756508, 0794819473086, 0793631007844, 3465000550394, 0792463389074
- PartNumber: 55039
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 2.8 Inches by 20.6 Inches by 7.91 Inches
- Weight: 0.440924524 Pounds
Features:- Develops dexterity and sparks the imagination
- The wildlife is experienced playfully
- Beautifully finished and durable
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Safari Ltd Wild Safari Apatosaurus- Manufacturer: Safari Ltd
- Brand: Safari Ltd.
- Model: 300429
- UPCs: 095866300401, 754295530451
- EANs: 0095866300401, 0754295530451
- PartNumber: S300429
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 4.72 Inches by 12.99 Inches by 2.76 Inches
- Weight: 0.85 Pounds
Features:- All the dinosaurs that children love to learn about and play with. Sculpted in amazing detail according to the latest paleontological research.
- This huge prehistoric herbivore's long, whip-like tail trails far behind as it lumbers across the landscape.
- Extra large means extra realistic! Children marvel at our jumbo-sized collection of some of the best-known dinosaurs to ever roam the planet.
- Detailed educational information in 5 languages are provided with each replica.
- It is perfect for creative play, education projects, dioramas, party favors and crafts.
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SCHLEICH
Multi Toy
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SCHLEICH Apatosaurus- Manufacturer: Schleich North America
- Brand: SCHLEICH
- Model: 14514
- UPCs: 590291172710, 795864892167
- EANs: 0795864892167, 4536538144368, 0590291172710, 4516796593351, 4005086145146, 4516795593352
- PartNumber: 14514
Details:- Product Category: Toy
- Author: Schleich
Physical Description:- Size: 5.11811023622047 Inches by 6.49606299212598 Inches by 12.4015748031496 Inches
- Weight: 1.04 Pounds
- Color: Multi
Features:- Perfect size for playing
- Hand painted
- Historically accurate
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CuddleZoo 20 inch Dinosaur - Apatosaurus- Manufacturer: WowToyz
- Brand: CuddleZoo
- Model: WTCZAP
- UPCs: 698887485456, 783746029886
- EANs: 0783746029886, 0698887485456
- PartNumber: WTCZAP
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 18.0 Inches by 12.0 Inches by 4.5 Inches
Features:- High Quality Soft Plush Material
- Measures 20 Inches Long
- Highly Detailed, Colorful Dinosaur
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HiPlay 17.7" Apatosaurus Dinosaur Figure-Realistic Design with Amazing Detail Hand-Painted Big Size Dinosaur Model HP-D061- Manufacturer: HiPlay
- Brand: HiPlay
- UPC: 699957743681
- EAN: 0699957743681
- PartNumber: HP-D061
Details:Features:- EXCELLENT SIZE FOR COLLECTORS AND KIDS-This realistic dinosaur figure is about 17.7 INCHES LONG and 5 INCHES HIGH.This is a relatively large model, but one that can still be held comfortably by the hands of a small child. This terrifying dinosaur is dramatically posed and sure to impress children and collectors alike.
- PROFESSIONAL DESIGN-This Apatosaurus figure is specially designed by dinosaur experts.The body proportion and details are carefully studied and verified, aiming at restoring the original appearance of Apatosaurus.
- GREAT DETAILS-Each HIPLAY dinosaur model is hand-painted by professional painters.It has a realistic head and body with simulated skin.
- HIGH QUALITY MATERIAL-This dinosaur model is made of high quality PVC materials,and has CE certification.There is no need to worry about any danger for children to play.
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SmartEmily Cubb Toys, Grand Dinosaurs 6in1 Dinosaur Toy Set, Building Blocks for Boys and Girls, Build a T-rex, Velociraptor, Apatosaurus, Pterodactyl, Triceratops, Ankylosaurus (672 Pieces)- Manufacturer: Cubb Toys
- Brand: SmartEmily
- EAN: 3830071480152
- PartNumber: SE88201942
Physical Description:- Size: 1.65354 Inches by 11.49604 Inches by 9.72439 Inches
Features:- 🍀 6 DESIGNS IN 1 SET. Build your own Grand Dinosaur collection. T-rex, Velociraptor, Ankylosaurus, Triceratops, Apatosaurus and Pterodactly.
- 🍀 BUILD ANY 2 DINOSAUR MODELS AT THE SAME TIME. Playing is always more fun with friends, that is why each box contains enough bricks to build any 2 large dinosaur toys at the same time.
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Learning Resources Jumbo Dinosaurs Expanded Set I Apatosaurus, Spinosaurus, Pteranodon, Ankylosaurus, Parasaurolophus, Set of 5, Ages 3+- Manufacturer: Learning Resources
- Brand: Learning Resources
- Model: LER0837
- UPC: 765023008371
- EAN: 0765023008371
- PartNumber: LER0837
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 3.9 Inches by 13.7 Inches by 10.8 Inches
- Weight: 2.0 Pounds
- Color: Multi-color
Features:- ENCOURAGE children's imaginations while working on early vocabulary
- SKILL DEVELOPMENT: Imagination, Creativity, Language development, Comparison
- These jumbo dinos are big enough for little hands to grab and carry. The largest, the Apatosaurus, measures 13” long by 6.5" tall.
- Set includes 5 toy dinosaurs made of durable, non-toxic plastic: Apatosaurus, Spinosaurus, Pteranodon, Ankylosaurus, and Parasaurolophus. Includes activity guide.
- Great for any toddler ages 3+
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Jurassic World Mini Dino Apatosaurus, Dilophosaurus, Metallic Indoraptor Figures, 3 Pack- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: FPN83
- UPC: 887961613780
- EAN: 0887961613780
- PartNumber: FPN83
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 8.25 Inches by 1.5 Inches by 6.0 Inches
- Weight: 0.1763698096 Pounds
Features:- Get ready for thrilling action and adventure with Jurassic World!
- These 3-Packs feature two mini action figure dinosaurs plus one exclusive metallic mini action figure dinosaur inspired by the movie!
- Mini action figure dinosaurs feature realistic sculpting, authentic decoration and one or more points of articulation iconic to its respective species
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