|
|
|
Diplodocus
Click here for more Diplodocus Pictures
Diplodocus was a massive plant-eater (herbivore) that lived in the
Jurassic period,
155 to 145 million years ago, in North America.
Diplodocus was usually around 85 feet (25.9 meters) long, although some specimens were
as long as 100 feet (30.5 meters).
Most of its length was taken up its 24 feet (7.3 meters) neck, and its 46 feet (14 meters)
tail. Its body was only about 13 feet (4 meters) long, and its head was comparatively
tiny, just 2 feet (60 centimeters) long.
Diplodocus probably only weighed around 11 tons, about one third as much
as Apatosaurus, and only
about one eighth as much as
Brachiosaurus.
The first
fossil
skeleton of Diplodocus was found at Como Bluff,
Wyoming
by Benjamin Mudge and Samuel Wendell Williston in 1878. This specimen was
named Diplodocus longus (meaning "long double-beam")
by
Othniel C. Marsh.
Fossils of
Diplodocus are common, and many other specimens have been found, except
for the skull which is usually missing, even from otherwise complete
skeletons.
Over the years, there has been much debate over Diplodocus' posture
and lifestyle:
- Othniel C. Marsh,
originally suggested the creature was probably aquatic based on the position
of the animal's nasal openings in the skull. However, this theory
has subsequently been discarded based on the fact that the water pressure on
the animal's chest wall would have made it impossible for Diplodocus
to breathe.
- An alternative explanation for the position of the nasal openings that
has been proposed, is that Diplodocus may have had a trunk. However,
research regarding the animal's facial nerve and positioning of Diplodocus'
nostrils does not seem to support this theory.
- When Diplodocus was first discovered, it was often depicted with its
limbs splayed in a sprawling lizard-like posture. This theory was also rejected:
in this case, W. J. Holland demonstrated, that because of the great
size of the animal's rib cage, a sprawling posture would have meant that
the animal could only walk with the help of large trenches to pull its
belly through!
- Although many depictions of Diplodocus show the animal with its head
up high, some scientists now argue that such a posture would not have been
possible, simply because the heart would not have been able to sustain the
blood pressure necessary to get enough oxygen to the brain. Additionally, in
further support of this position, it has been argued that the structure of
Diplodocus' neck vertebrae would not have permitted the animal to bend
its neck far upwards.
- Evidence has recently been found, suggesting
that Diplodocus and its relatives may have had
spines made of keratin on its back, perhaps similar to
the spines found on modern Iguanas.
Diplodocus is depicted with this feature in
Walking with Dinosaurs
 .
Diplodocus was a herbivore (plant-eater) that lived from 155 to 145 million years ago
Related Information & Resources
See Also
Diplodocus Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Diplodocus:
- Diplodocus was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Diplodocus" means "double beam" (referring to double-beamed bones in the underside of its tail). The name was chosen by Othniel C. Marsh in 1878.
- Diplodocus was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Diplodocus was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Diplodocus was a Sauropod - a member of a group of related large quadrupedal herbivorous (plant-eating) dinosaur with long necks.
- Diplodocus lived between about 155 million years ago and 145 million years ago, during the Jurassic period.
- Diplodocus lived in North America.
- Diplodocus was a herbivore (plant-eater).
- Diplodocus is thought to have been a grazer, and probably could not have raised its head very far above the ground level.
- Diplodocus was usually about 85 feet (25.9 meters) long, although sometimes it grew as long as 100 feet (30.5 meters).
- Diplodocus weighed about 11 tons.
|
|
Diplodocus Books
Here are some books from Amazon.com:
Disclosure: Products details and descriptions provided by Amazon.com. Our company may receive a payment if you purchase products from them after following a link from this website.
By Sally Ann Lee
Capstone Press
Released: July 1st, 2014
Paperback (32 pages)
 | Lowest New Price: $6.95*
In Stock.*
*(As of 05:27 Pacific 27 Mar 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
Diplodocus (Little Paleontologist)- Manufacturer: Capstone Press
- ISBN: 1491408219
- EAN: 9781491408216
- PartNumber: illustrations
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Sally Ann Lee
- Publication Date: July 1st, 2014
- Release Date: July 1st, 2014
Physical Description:- Size: 8.75196849501 Inches by 7.75196849603 Inches by 0.12598425184 Inches
- Weight: 0.2 Pounds
Click here for more information |
|
By Rob Shone
Powerkids Pr
Released: September 1st, 2008
Library Binding (32 pages)
 | Lowest New Price: $28.50*
Usually ships within 1 to 4 weeks.*
*(As of 05:27 Pacific 27 Mar 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
Diplodocus: The Whip-Tailed Dinosaur (Graphic Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Powerkids Pr
- ISBN: 1435825047
- EAN: 9781435825048
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Edition: Gph
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Rob Shone
- Publication Date: September 1st, 2008
- Release Date: September 1st, 2008
Physical Description:- Size: 11.0 Inches by 9.0 Inches by 0.4 Inches
- Weight: 0.97 Pounds
Click here for more information |
|
By Rex Stone
Scholastic Paperbacks
Released: February 1st, 2010
Mass Market Paperback (80 pages)
 | Lowest Used Price: $5.98*
In Stock.*
*(As of 05:27 Pacific 27 Mar 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
Tracking the Diplodocus (Dinosaur Cove #9)- Manufacturer: Scholastic Paperbacks
- Brand: Scholastic Paperbacks
- ISBN: 0545112478
- EAN: 9780545112475
- PartNumber: FBA-|279569
Details:- Product Category: Mass Market Paperback
- Number of Pages: 80
- Author: Rex Stone
- Publication Date: February 1st, 2010
- Release Date: February 1st, 2010
Physical Description:- Size: 7.75 Inches by 5.25 Inches by 0.25 Inches
- Weight: 0.4 Pounds
Click here for more information |
|
By Daniel Nunn
Heinemann
Released: July 1st, 2014
Paperback (24 pages)
 | Lowest New Price: $5.99*
In Stock.*
*(As of 05:27 Pacific 27 Mar 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
Diplodocus (All About Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Heinemann
- ISBN: 1484602110
- EAN: 9781484602119
- PartNumber: colour illustrations, maps
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Daniel Nunn
- Publication Date: July 1st, 2014
- Release Date: July 1st, 2014
Physical Description:- Size: 6.8110236151 Inches by 7.99999999184 Inches by 0.12598425184 Inches
- Weight: 0.16 Pounds
Click here for more information |
|
By Thomas George
Gareth Stevens Pub
Released: January 1st, 2015
Library Binding (24 pages)
 | Lowest New Price: $22.60*
Temporarily out of stock. Order now and we'll deliver when available. We'll e-mail you with an estimated delivery date as soon as we have more information. Your account will only be charged when we ship the item.*
*(As of 05:27 Pacific 27 Mar 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
Diplodocus (A Look at Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Gareth Stevens Pub
- ISBN: 1482418231
- EAN: 9781482418231
- PartNumber: illustrations
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Thomas George
- Publication Date: January 1st, 2015
- Release Date: January 1st, 2015
Physical Description:- Size: 7.5 Inches by 7.25 Inches by 0.5 Inches
- Weight: 0.39 Pounds
Click here for more information |
|
By Karen Wallace
Hodder & Stoughton
Released: August 1st, 2004
Hardcover (28 pages)
 | List Price: $16.99*
Lowest Used Price: $11.78*
In Stock.*
*(As of 05:27 Pacific 27 Mar 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
I Am a Diplodocus (Dinosaur Picture Books)- Manufacturer: Hodder & Stoughton
- ISBN: 0340893818
- EAN: 9780340893814
Details:- Hardcover
- Number of Pages: 28
- Author: Karen Wallace
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2004
- Release Date: August 1st, 2004
Physical Description:- Size: 9.5 Inches by 9.5 Inches by 0.32 Inches
- Weight: 0.7936641432 Pounds
Click here for more information |
|
By Professor Peter Dodson
Brand: Enslow Elementary
Released: December 1st, 2010
Library Binding (24 pages)
 | Lowest New Price: $28.50*
Temporarily out of stock. Order now and we'll deliver when available. We'll e-mail you with an estimated delivery date as soon as we have more information. Your account will only be charged when we ship the item.*
*(As of 05:27 Pacific 27 Mar 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
Diplodocus Up Close: Long-Necked Dinosaur (Zoom in on Dinosaurs!)- Manufacturer: Enslow Elementary
- Brand: Brand: Enslow Elementary
- ISBN: 0766033333
- EAN: 9780766033337
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Professor Peter Dodson
- Publication Date: December 1st, 2010
- Release Date: December 1st, 2010
Physical Description:- Size: 9.25 Inches by 7.75 Inches by 0.5 Inches
- Weight: 0.48 Pounds
Features:- Used Book in Good Condition
Click here for more information |
|
By Chris Jarvis
Brand: QEB Publishing
Released: September 24th, 2013
Hardcover (24 pages)
 | Lowest New Price: $38.00*
In Stock.*
*(As of 05:27 Pacific 27 Mar 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
There's a Diplodocus at the Door! (What if a Dinosaur...)- Manufacturer: QEB Publishing
- Brand: Brand: QEB Publishing
- ISBN: 1609925351
- EAN: 9781609925352
- PartNumber: new18-11302015-c0092695
Details:- Hardcover
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Chris Jarvis
- Publication Date: September 24th, 2013
- Release Date: September 24th, 2013
Physical Description:- Size: 10.25 Inches by 9.25 Inches by 0.25 Inches
- Weight: 0.85 Pounds
Features:- Used Book in Good Condition
Click here for more information |
|
By Ilja Nieuwland
University of Pittsburgh Press
Released: September 22nd, 2020
Paperback (360 pages)
| Lowest New Price: $22.00*
This title has not yet been released. You may pre-order it now and we will deliver it to you when it arrives.*
*(As of 05:27 Pacific 27 Mar 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
American Dinosaur Abroad: A Cultural History of Carnegie's Plaster Diplodocus- Manufacturer: University of Pittsburgh Press
- Brand: University of Pittsburgh Press
- ISBN: 0822966522
- EAN: 9780822966524
Details:- Paperback
- Edition: 1
- Number of Pages: 360
- Author: Ilja Nieuwland
- Publication Date: September 22nd, 2020
- Release Date: September 22nd, 2020
Click here for more information |
|
Diplodocus Toys
Here are some toys/games from Amazon.com:
Disclosure: Products details and descriptions provided by Amazon.com. Our company may receive a payment if you purchase products from them after following a link from this website.
Safari
Kitchen
 | Lowest New Price: $20.99*
In Stock.*
*(As of 05:27 Pacific 27 Mar 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
Safari Ltd. Diplodocus - Realistic Hand Painted Toy Figurine Model - Quality Construction from Phthalate, Lead and BPA Free Materials - for Ages 3 and Up- Manufacturer: Safari Ltd.
- Brand: Safari
- PartNumber: 43221-5929
Details:- Product Category: Kitchen
Physical Description:- Size: 2.8 Inches by 18.0 Inches by 8.0 Inches
Features:- THE LONG DINOSAUR - Diplodocus is one of the most famous long-necked dinosaurs. At over 88 ft long from the tip of its snout to the end of its whip-like tail, Diplodocus is as long as three buses. This ground-shaking plant eater occupied North America during the Late Jurassic, about 153 million years ago.
- LONG NECK AND DEEP CHEST - This well-known, long-necked dinosaur was named in 1878. Many Diplodocus skeletons are known from the Jurassic deposits of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. Some early reconstructions wrongly portrayed Diplodocus in a sprawling posture, but this would have required a trench in the ground to accommodate its deep chest.
- MADE WITH INDUSTRY-LEADING STANDARDS - Like all Safari Ltd products, this figurine has been individually hand painted, features quality construction from phthalate and lead-free materials, and includes an educational hangtag in 5 languages.
- REALISTIC APPEARANCE FOR MULTIPLE USES - Realistic, educational, and fun, this figurine is suitable for a range of interests, including collectors, enthusiasts, teachers, and kids. Admire it on a shelf, use it in the classroom, or simply enjoy playing with it.
- PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS - This huge model is 18 inches long and 4.5 inches high. It is an eye-catching turquoise on top and cream below.
Click here for more information |
|
AKINGSHOP
Toy
 | Lowest New Price: $13.99*
In Stock.*
*(As of 05:27 Pacific 27 Mar 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
AKINGSHOP Dinosaur Excavation Kits for Kids,Dino Dig Kits,Dinosaur Fossil Excavation Kits for Kids,Children's Popular Science Education Toys - Dinosaur DIY Toys (Diplodocus)- Manufacturer: AKINGSHOP
- Brand: AKINGSHOP
- UPC: 700401953140
- EAN: 0700401953140
- PartNumber: 1
Details:Features:- 【EXCITING ARCHEOLOGY LESSON】DIY puzzle handmade products can cultivate children's practical ability, independent thinking ability to stimulate children's potential to give full play to the children's imagination space, comprehensive training of children's various skills, so that children develop good interests and hobbies
- 【TOP GRADE MATERIAL】Environmental Gypsum (No Pollution, Odorless, Safe and Non-toxic)Natural Resin (Resin Derived From Plant Secretions,Has No Harm to Human Body, Toughness is Good, and It is Not Easy to Break)
- 【LATEST PRODUCT】It's Lifelike (It's the same color as the dinosaur skeleton shown in the museum, the skeleton is stitched together and placed on your desk or bookshelf is your exquisite collection.) Exquisite Workmanship (Fine Skeleton,Jointed Dinosaur Joints Can Be Moved)
- 【BONUS】(A $5.99 Value!)Whenever you buy our products, we give you a creative dinosaur tattoo sticker.Waterproof, adhesive to human skin or plastic
- 【100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED】We believe in our Premium Quality products. Should you have any issues, worries or concerns you are backed by our 100% Customer Satisfaction Money Back Guarantee. Return for any reason and receive a full refund
Click here for more information |
|
Wild Republic
Multi Toy
 | Lowest New Price: $14.99*
In Stock.*
*(As of 05:27 Pacific 27 Mar 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
Wild Republic Diplodocus Plush, Dinosaur Stuffed Animal, Gifts for Kids, Dinosauria 17"- Manufacturer: Wild Republic
- Brand: Wild Republic
- Model: 18611
- UPC: 092389186116
- EAN: 0092389186116
- PartNumber: 16997
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 15.0 Inches by 17.0 Inches by 6.0 Inches
- Weight: 0.220462262 Pounds
- Color: Multi
Features:- Jump in your Jeep and take a Jurassic trip with this Diplodocus dinosaur stuffed animal from Wild Republic.
- Diplodocus had necks that measured up to 20 feet, but this plush toy is only 17 inches, making it the perfect toy for on the go.
- These plushies are completely surface washable so you won’t have to fret about any of life’s spills and leaks.
- Stuffed animals make the perfect birthday gift for kids, teens, or any animal lover in your life.
- Wild Republic specializes in educational toys for kids and lifelike stuffed animals.
Click here for more information |
|
MOJO
Toy
 | Lowest New Price: $24.99*
In Stock.*
*(As of 05:27 Pacific 27 Mar 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
MOJO Diplodocus Realistic Dinosaur Toy Replica Hand Painted Figurine- Manufacturer: MOJO
- Brand: MOJO
- Model: 387137
- EAN: 5031923871373
- PartNumber: 387137
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 5.118110231 Inches by 10.629921249 Inches by 3.149606296 Inches
- Weight: 0.330693393 Pounds
Features:- Toy Diplodocus figurine
- Hand painted. Highly detailed and true to life
- Collectable, educational and ideal for school diorama projects
- The perfect gift for enquiring minds
- Made to the highest specifications using the finest materials. MOJO Toy Figurines are Distributed by Legler Toys USA Inc.
Click here for more information |
|
A+ Childsupply, Inc.
Toy
 | Lowest New Price: $19.50*
Available to ship in 1-2 days.*
*(As of 05:27 Pacific 27 Mar 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
A+ Childsupply, Inc. Dinosaur Family Diplodocus Puzzle- Manufacturer: A + Child Supply
- Brand: A+ Childsupply, Inc.
- Model: F8888
- UPC: 812176013582
- EAN: 0812176013582
- PartNumber: F8888
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 0.8 Inches by 9.0 Inches by 13.0 Inches
- Weight: 2.6 Pounds
Features:- Classic colors
- A to Z alphabets on one side and 26 numbers on the other side
- Children will learn many literacy and numeracy skills
Click here for more information |
|
Collecta
Toy
 | Lowest New Price: $12.95*
In Stock.*
*(As of 05:27 Pacific 27 Mar 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
CollectA Prehistoric Life Daxiatitan Toy Dinosaur Figure - Authentic Hand Painted & Paleontologist Approved Model- Manufacturer: CollectA
- Brand: Collecta
- Model: 88704
- EAN: 4892900887043
- PartNumber: 88704
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 10.0 Inches by 13.18 Inches by 4.0 Inches
- Weight: 0.55776952286 Pounds
Features:- FUN FACT: The Chinese titanosaur Daxiatitan, like most giant sauropods, is known only from partial skeletal remains: a number of vertebrae, including several from the neck, a shoulder blade, and a femur. That is enough, however, for paleontologists to estimate its length at around 30 metres (98 feet).
- PALEONTOLOGIST APPROVED: 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.
- AUTHENTICITY: Each prehistoric sculpture has been approved by Anthony Beeson, a well respected expert in palaeoimagery who is also an art librarian, archaeologist and collector, based in the city of Bristol, England.
- SAFETY: All CollectA products are individually hand crafted with only the finest materials and rigorously tested to ensure they meet the highest safety standards.
- PRODUCT SPECS: The Daxiatitan measures 10.3" L x 8.2" H and has all the key features of a titanic titanosaur: an very small head atop an extremely long neck, a big, chunky body, and an impressive tail and feet of appropriate size with the right number of claws.
Click here for more information |
|
Discuss This Page
Please feel free to post your comments:
Linking to This Page
We do hope that you find this site useful.
We welcome people linking to this website or citing us.
|
|
|
.
