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Saurolophus
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Saurolophus was a herbivore (plant-eater) that lived
in North America and Asia,
during the late
Cretaceous period,
about 74 to 70 million years ago.
It is named for the crest on its head: Saurolophus means
"crested lizard", and was first described by
Barnum Brown
in
1912.
North American examples were about 30 feet (9.1 meters) long,
whereas in Asia, it grew up to 39 feet (11.9 meters).
Like other duckbilled dinosaurs, Saurolophus is believed to have lived in
herds.
The crest on its head was hollow, and connected to the nasal passages,
and thus could have been used to make sounds.
Saurolophus could use these sounds to communicate within its herds, for
example to warn of approaching predators.
Saurolophus was a herbivore (plant-eater) that lived from 74 to 70 million years ago
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Saurolophus Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Saurolophus:
- Saurolophus was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Saurolophus" means "crested lizard". This name was chosen by Barnum Brown in 1912.
- Saurolophus was a member of the Ornithischia ("bird-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Saurolophus was not closely related to birds, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Saurolophus was a Hadrosaur (usually known as "duck-billed dinosaur") - a member of a group of related herbivorous (plant-eating) dinosaurs that were very successful in the Cretaceous period.
- Saurolophus lived between about 74 million years ago and 70 million years ago, during the late Cretaceous period.
- Saurolophus lived in North America and Asia.
- Saurolophus was a herbivore (plant-eater).
- North American species of Saurolophus were about 30 feet (9.1 meters) long, whereas Asian species were about 39 feet (11.9 meters) long.
- Saurolophus weighed about 2 tons.
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CollectA Parasaurolophus Toy Dinosaur Figure - Authentic Hand Painted & Paleontologist Approved Model- Manufacturer: CollectA
- Brand: Collecta
- Model: 88141
- UPC: 793631520930
- EANs: 4892900881416, 0793631520930
- PartNumber: 88141
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 4.3307 Inches by 4.7244 inches by 1.9685 Inches
- Weight: 0.1543235834 Pounds
Features:- FUN FACTS: Parasaurolophus means "like saurolophus". The male parasaurolophus’ head carried a long curving and hollow crest thought to be used for both making a trumpeting sound and as a symbol of recognition. The female’s crest was shorter and more curving.
- 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: Parasaurolophus measures 4.7"L x 4.3"H
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By LLC Andrews McMeel Publishing
Accord, a division of Andrews McMeel Publishing
Released: March 1st, 2004
Paperback
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Dinosaur # 2 - Saurolophus: A Ten Little Dinosaurs Finger Puppet- Manufacturer: Accord, a division of Andrews McMeel Publishing
- ISBN: 1579392350
- EAN: 9781579392352
Details:- Paperback
- Authors: LLC Andrews McMeel Publishing, Accord Publishing
- Publication Date: March 1st, 2004
- Release Date: March 1st, 2004
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Geniteen
Stegosaurus Unknown Binding
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Geniteen Building Block Dinosaur Model Micro Mini Blocks Dinosaur Building Kit Gifts for Kids and Adult (Stegosaurus)- Manufacturer: Geniteen
- Brand: Geniteen
- Model: G-0040
- PartNumber: G-0040
Details:- Product Category: Unknown Binding
Physical Description:Features:- Dinosaurs Building Block: There are 6 different dinosaur model types: tyrannosaurus rex, ankylosaurus, Tyrannosauru, Saurolophus,Stegosaurus, Velociraptor. Let the children create their own dream dinosaur world.
- High Playability: This dinasour model building blocks set is made up micro bricks, including detailed step-by-step color instructions, and exquisite details of various sizes and color components. Providing you a wonderful recreation activity.
- Great Gift: Suitable for playing with friends or families to assemble together. Will be good desk decorations. Idea gift choice for birthdays, parties, Christmas. If you are dinosaur lover, you will like this construction kit.
- Material: The building block is made of non-toxic ABS material, odorless, smooth without burrs. Easy to disassemble, can play with family and friends many times.
- Note: This is mini building block, and the brick will be much smaller than the normal building blocks. It is recommended for 14+ years children.
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