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Melanorosaurus
Melanorosaurus was a herbivore (plant-eater) that lived in South Africa
during the Triassic period,
about 227 to 221 million years ago.
It was once considered to have been a
Prosauropod, but is today
widely considered to be one of the earliest
Sauropod dinosaurs.
Melanorosaurus was about to 39 feet (12 meters) long.
The first
fossil
specimen was found on the North slope of
Thaba 'Nyama (Black Mountain) in Transkei, South Africa.
The creature's name means "Black Mountain Lizard".
Melanorosaurus was a herbivore (plant-eater) that lived from 227 to 221 million years ago
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Melanorosaurus Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Melanorosaurus:
- Melanosaurus was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Melanorosaurus" means "Black Mountain lizard" (after a mountain in South Africa).
- Melanosaurus was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Melanosaurus was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Melanosaurus was a Sauropod - a member of a group of related large quadrupedal herbivorous (plant-eating) dinosaur with long necks.
- Melanorosaurus lived between about 227 million years ago and 221 million years ago, during the Triassic period.
- Melanorosaurus lived in South Africa.
- Melanorosaurus was a herbivore (plant-eater).
- Melanorosaurus was about 39 feet (12 meters) long.
- Melanorosaurus weighed about 1.3 tons.
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By Rubén Molina-Pérez
Princeton University Press Released: September 29th, 2020 Hardcover (272 pages)
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Click Here | Description: Dinosaur Facts and Figures: The Sauropods and Other Sauropodomorphs- Manufacturer: Princeton University Press
- Brand: Princeton University Press
- ISBN: 0691190690
- EAN: 9780691190693
Details:- Hardcover
- Format: Illustrated
- Edition: Illustrated
- Number of Pages: 272
- Authors: Rubén Molina-Pérez, Asier Larramendi
- Publication Date: September 29th, 2020
- Release Date: September 29th, 2020
Physical Description:- Size: 12.0 Inches by 9.8 Inches by 1.1 Inches
- Weight: 3.7 Pounds
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Jurassic World Toys Multicolor Toy
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- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: HBY86
- UPC: 194735005666
- EAN: 0194735005666
- PartNumber: HBY86
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 16.0 Inches by 36.0 Inches by 12.0 Inches
- Color: Multicolor
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Jurassic World Toys Released: May 28th, 2021 Gray Accessory
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Click Here | Description: Jurassic World Slash ‘N Battle Scorpios Rex Action & Sound Dinosaur Figure Camp Cretaceous with Movable Joints, Slashing & Tail Whip Motions & Roar Sound, Kids Gift Ages 4 Years & Up- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: HCB03
- UPC: 194735005819
- EAN: 0194735005819
- PartNumber: HCB03
Details:- Product Category: Accessory
- Publication Date: May 28th, 2021
- Release Date: May 28th, 2021
Physical Description:- Size: 5.0 Inches by 5.0 Inches by 5.0 Inches
- Color: Gray
Features:- The Slash 'N Battle Scorpios Rex action figure is based on the animated series, Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous and inspired by the fast, dangerous and unpredictable dinosaur with terrifying poisonous quills!
- This larger-scale dinosaur action figure features a dynamic claw slashing feature, a chomp and roar plus a mighty tail whip attack!
- Push the first button to start a full-on arm extending slash and grab attack.
- Activate a big chomp and roar by pressing a second button. Pull the tail back to activate the spring-loaded motion for a surprise tail whip attack!
- It's the perfect gift for ages 4 years old and up especially Jurassic World fans and those who love dinosaurs and lively action play!
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Jurassic World Toys Gray Accessory
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- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: FNG24
- UPCs: 615912348593, 887961590678
- EANs: 7426911507194, 0615912348593, 0887961590678
- PartNumber: FNG24
Details:- Product Category: Accessory
Physical Description:- Size: 8.0 Inches by 5.0 Inches by 24.0 Inches
- Weight: 1.0 Pounds
- Color: Gray
Features:- Get ready for thrilling action and adventure with Jurassic World!
- Making a bigger splash than ever, Mosasaurus, the colossal swimming creature, is back again!
- Mosasaurus will thrill fans with its massive size and movie-inspired design!
- Authentic textured skin, realistic sculpting and articulation make colossal creature come to life.
- Colors and decorations may vary.
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EOIVSH
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Click Here | Description: EOIVSH Dinosaur Toys Set Megalodon and Mosasaurus, Realistic Ocean Dinosaur Sea Monster Shark Toys Prehistoric Sea Animal Figures for Party Favors, Toys Collection, Birthday Gifts- Manufacturer: EOIVSH
- Brand: EOIVSH
- PartNumber: 056-MegalodonMosasaurus
Physical Description: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
- High quality: Made of environmental PVC, durable and washable, heavy duty and drop-resistant
- Great gift: These model toys are designed for children to learn and enrich dinosaur characters, perfect gift for kids who enjoy playing the dinosaur toy
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Jurassic World Toys Grey, Beige, Silver Accessory
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Click Here | Description: Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous Dinosaur Toy, Stomp 'N Escape Tyrannosaurus Rex Action Figure with Stomping Motion- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: GYW84
- UPC: 887961981742
- EAN: 0887961981742
- PartNumber: GYW84
Details:- Product Category: Accessory
Physical Description:- Size: 22.44 Inches by 10.78 Inches by 5.03 Inches
- Color: Grey, Beige, Silver
Features:- Be a part of thrilling action and adventure with Jurassic World Dino Escape!
- The T. rex is a fan favorite dinosaur and this oversize action figure provides ferocious levels of excitement, as it breaks out of restraints, has a realistic stomping action and attack feature and sounds!
- Enjoy creative play and exciting battles with this Stomp 'N Escape Tyrannosaurus Rex dinosaur toy inspired by Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous
- This figure comes in a massive size that will thrill fans at approximately 8.5 inches (21.6 cm) tall x 21.5 inches (54.6 cm) long and allows for a huge number of storylines or a stomping good display!
- Makes a great gift for ages 4 years old and up, especially BIG Jurassic World fans!
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Jurassic World Toys Multicolor Accessory
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Click Here | Description: Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous Roar Attack Ceratosaurus Dinosaur Action Figure, Toy Gift with Strike Feature and Sounds- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: GWD07
- UPC: 887961938043
- EAN: 0887961938043
- PartNumber: GWD07
Details:- Product Category: Accessory
Physical Description:- Size: 6.69 Inches by 2.76 Inches by 10.24 Inches
- Weight: 0.52470018356 Pounds
- Color: Multicolor
Features:- Be a part of thrilling action and adventure with Jurassic World Dino Escape with these action figures inspired by the dinosaurs of the animated series, Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous.
- These dinosaurs have movable joints for pose and play battle fun, and a strike feature. Activate it to experience three levels of sounds up up to a mighty roar!
- Great for dinosaur action play or creating a roaring display, these figures include realistic sculpting and authentic decoration. Each sold separately, subject to availability.
- It's the perfect gift for ages 4 years old and up especially Jurassic World fans and those who love dinosaurs!
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Li'l-Gen Toy
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- Brand: Li'l-Gen
- Model: LGDSV
- UPC: 853042008097
- EAN: 0853042008097
- PartNumber: LGDSV
Details:- Product Category: Toy
- Edition: First Edition
Features:- KIDS DINOSAUR TOYS: Through these dinosaur toys for toddlers, your kids will experience the era of the dinosaurs! Let them play with these realistic dinosaur toys, discover sounds from dino toys like this set, and see the earth as it once was through their eyes! These dinosaur toys for boys ages 3 and up will surely spark their curiosity about the dinosaur world.
- EDUCATIONAL AND FUN: Playtime provides a lot of learning, especially as your kids familiarize themselves with 12 of the enormous dinosaurs and their natural cries. Read the accompanying story in the dinosaur book or let them make one on their own. This dinosaur toy collection is the perfect set of dinosaur toys for 3-year old kids and even older. Learning sure is fun with this pack of dinosaurs toys!
- INCLUDES BOOK WITH SOUNDS: Be fully immersed with this dinosaur set with sound book as you listen to sounds of dinosaurs. Each button in the book has an image of one type of dinosaur. Press it to hear the roar it made. Careful, they might be in your midst! This realistic dinosaur pack figures set is the perfect dinosaur toys for kids who love dinosaurs!
- WHAT’S INCLUDED: (12) Life-Like Dinosaur Toy Figures, (1) Dinosaur Sound Book
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Advanced Play Brown Toy
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Click Here | Description: Advanced Play Dinosaur Trex Toy Realistic Walking Tyrannosaurus Rex Multifunction RC Trex Toy Figure with Roaring Spraying Function Good Dinosaur Toys for Boys Girls Ages 3 Plus- Manufacturer: Advanced Play
- Brand: Advanced Play
- Model: Remote control dinosaur spray
- UPC: 704751125172
- EAN: 0704751125172
- PartNumber: Dinosaur spray
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 35.0 Inches by 14.0 Inches by 30.0 Inches
- Color: Brown
Features:- Dinosaur toys bring the true King world of dinosaurs to life with real movements. Walks, moves arms, ferociously roars, flashes its light-up eyes and shakes it head left right
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- Realistic lifelike appearance Prehistoric natural brown and green color giant dinosaur body is 23 inches tall. Remote control on/off switch gets the Trex dinosaur moving forward back, roaring, spraying, and lit up. Remote controller is also featured with exciting music songs and more!
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- High quality and safe toy dinosaurs ASTM Certified Constructed from safe durable non toxic ABS material to withstand rough and tumble play dinosaurs toys for boys and girls Ages 3+. Large dinosaur toys powered by 3 AA batteries and 2 AA batteries for the controller.
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Click Here | Description: Remote Control Dinosaur Toys for Kids 3 4 5 6 7, Mosasaurus Diving Toys RC Boat with Light and Spray Water for Swimming Pool Lake Bathroom Ocean Protector Bath Toys- Manufacturer: fromeasy
- Brand: fromeasy
- Model: 3712-1A
- PartNumber: 3712-1A
Physical Description:Features:- 【Remote Control Shark VS Mosasaurus 】Cretaceous period Mosasaurus return the ocean, RC Dionsaur VS RC Shark.Who will be the real overlord of the ocean ?
- 【Lifelike RC Dino】Streamlined body, flexible tail joints, after you are proficient in operation, you can swing freely left and right like real Mosasaurus, bringing you unlimited reverie and fun.
- 【USB dinosaur remote control toy】Built-in rechargeable 3.7V 500mAh lipo battery and comes with a USB charging cable. The Mosasaurus can swim 20min on a fully charged battery (one charge takes 60 minutes)Controller requires 2*AAAbatteries (NOT INCLUDED).
- 【2.4G RC Mosasaurus Dino Toy】Unlimited 2.4GHz remote control technology provides forward, backward, left, and right controls as well as variable speed and auto mode control, with 50m wireless distance.Mosasaurus toy also increased the light and the water spray function brings more fun when playing in the dark or evening.
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- Suggest: 1. After receiving the product, please fully charge it before operating it. 2. When rc mosasaurus swims slowly, please charge in time 3. The remote control is not waterproof, please pay attention to maintenance.
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