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Stegosaurus
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Stegosaurus was a herbivore (plant-eater) that lived in North
America and
Europe
(the first European specimen was found in
Portugal in
2006)
during the
late Jurassic period,
about 155 to 144 million years ago.
The creature's name, which was chosen by
Othniel C. Marsh
in 1877, means "roof lizard".
Stegosaurus was up to 30 feet (9.1 meters) long. An average Stegosaurus was
around 20 feet (6.1 meters) long, and weighed 2 tons.
Stegosaurus had much longer hind legs than forelegs, and very strong muscles
around its hips. So, although Stegosaurus walked on all fours, it is
thought likely that the animal could have lifted
its forelegs off the ground to eat from the branches of trees.
Stegosaurus bony plates on its back that could have been used for
protection, and possibly temperature regulation.
The largest of the plates were over 2
feet (60 centimeters) high.
Nobody is absolutely sure how the plates on the back were arranged, because
the plates have never been found still attached to the skeleton.
Some scientist believe the plates may have lay flat on the skin. However,
most scientists believe the plates stood erect on the back, and were arranged
in pairs or a zigzag pattern.
Stegosaurus also had pairs of spikes on its
tail which were about 3 feet (0.9 meters) long. There were several species
of Stegosaurus, and the number of tail spikes varied between Stegosaurus
species.
One unusual feature of Stegosaurus, which was first noted by
Othniel C. Marsh,
is that the animal had a large canal in the hip region of the spinal
chord, that could have accommodated a structure about 20 times larger than
the creature's brain. There has been a lot of speculation about this region,
including the idea that dinosaurs like Stegosaurus had a second "brain"
which controlled reflexes in the rear of the animal. A more recent idea
about this, is that canal accommodated a glycogen body, a structure which
is also found in some living birds.
Stegosaurus has been designated the official state fossil of
Colorado,
since
1982.
Stegosaurus was a herbivore (plant-eater) that lived from 155 to 144 million years ago
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Stegosaurus Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Stegosaurus:
- Stegosaurus was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Stegosaurus" means "roof lizard". This name was chosen by Othniel C. Marsh in 1877.
- Stegosaurus was a member of the Ornithischia ("bird-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Stegosaurus was not closely related to birds, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Stegosaurus lived between about 155 million years ago and 144 million years ago, during the Jurassic period.
- Stegosaurus lived in North America and Europe.
- Stegosaurus was a herbivore (plant-eater).
- Stegosaurus was typically about 20 feet (6.1 meters) long, but some animals grew up to 30 feet (9.1 meters) long.
- Stegosaurus weighed about 2 tons.
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Stegosaurus Books
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By Anna Obiols
B.E.S. Publishing
Released: September 1st, 2012
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Stegosaurus: The Friendliest Dinosaur (Dinosaur Books)- Manufacturer: B.E.S.
- Brand: B.E.S. Publishing
- ISBNs: 143800107X, 9781438001074
- EAN: 9781438001074
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 36
- Author: Anna Obiols
- Publication Date: September 1st, 2012
- Release Date: September 1st, 2012
Physical Description:- Size: 9.3 Inches by 9.3 Inches by 0.4 Inches
- Weight: 0.45 Pounds
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By Thomas Kingsley Troupe
Picture Window Books
Released: February 1st, 2018
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A Stegosaurus Would NOT Make a Good Pirate (Dinosaur Daydreams)- Manufacturer: Picture Window Books
- Brand: Picture Window Books
- ISBN: 1515821331
- EAN: 9781515821335
Details:- Paperback
- Format: Picture Book
- Edition: Reprint
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Thomas Kingsley Troupe
- Publication Date: February 1st, 2018
- Release Date: February 1st, 2018
Physical Description:- Size: 10.8 Inches by 8.7 Inches by 0.2 Inches
- Weight: 0.26 Pounds
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By Evelyn Sibley Lampman
Purple House Press
Released: September 1st, 2007
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The Shy Stegosaurus of Cricket Creek- Manufacturer: Purple House Press
- Brand: Purple House Press
- ISBN: 1930900376
- EAN: 9781930900370
- PartNumber: Illustrated
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 218
- Author: Evelyn Sibley Lampman
- Publication Date: September 1st, 2007
- Release Date: September 1st, 2007
Physical Description:- Size: 8.42 Inches by 5.56 Inches by 0.58 Inches
- Weight: 0.6 Pounds
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By Tammy Gagne
Pebble Books
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Stegosaurus: A 4D Book (Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Pebble
- Brand: Pebble Books
- ISBN: 151579556X
- EAN: 9781515795568
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Tammy Gagne
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2018
- Release Date: August 1st, 2018
Physical Description:- Size: 8.8 Inches by 10.6 Inches by 0.1 Inches
- Weight: 0.3 Pounds
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By Lois G. Grambling
Troll Communications Llc
Released: February 1st, 1998
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Can I Have a Stegosaurus, Mom? Can I? Please!?- Manufacturer: Troll Communications Llc
- ISBN: 0816733872
- EAN: 9780816733873
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Lois G. Grambling
- Publication Date: February 1st, 1998
- Release Date: February 1st, 1998
Physical Description:- Size: 11.0 Inches by 8.75 Inches by 0.25 Inches
- Weight: 0.3 Pounds
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By Andrea Posner-Sanchez
Golden Books
Released: January 10th, 2012
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The Spiky Stegosaurus (Dinosaur Train) (Little Golden Book)- Manufacturer: Golden Books
- Brand: Golden Books
- ISBN: 030793022X
- EAN: 9780307930224
- PartNumber: 9780307930224
Details:- Hardcover
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Andrea Posner-Sanchez
- Publication Date: January 10th, 2012
- Release Date: January 10th, 2012
Physical Description:- Size: 7.83 Inches by 6.77 Inches by 0.21 Inches
- Weight: 0.25 Pounds
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By Rashmi Sirdeshpande
Puffin
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Never Teach a Stegosaurus to Do Sums- Manufacturer: Puffin
- Brand: Puffin
- ISBN: 0241387434
- EAN: 9780241387436
- PartNumber: 39568594
Details:- Paperback
- Format: Picture Book
- Author: Rashmi Sirdeshpande
- Publication Date: May 27th, 2021
- Release Date: May 27th, 2021
Physical Description:- Size: 11.73226 Inches by 9.96061 Inches by 0.15748 Inches
- Weight: 0.52249556094 Pounds
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Stegosaurus Toys
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Jurassic World Mega Destroyers Stegosaurus Camp Cretaceous Dinosaur Figure with Movable Joints, Realistic Sculpting & Advanced Attack Feature, Breakout Feature Herbivore, Kids 4 Years & Up- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: GWD62
- UPC: 887961938593
- EAN: 0887961938593
- PartNumber: GWD62
Details:- Product Category: Accessory
Physical Description:- Size: 6.5 Inches by 4.0 Inches by 14.0 Inches
- Weight: 1.1 Pounds
- Color: Multi
Features:- Be a part of thrilling action and adventure with Jurassic World Dino Escape!
- These large Jurassic World Mega Destroyers dinosaurs figures break out of their restraints and have ferocious attack features! They're ready for a huge amount of battle action!
- Great for active play or creating a mega display, each figure includes movable joints, 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!
- Download the Jurassic World Facts app (Android and iOS) for more dinosaur fun! App lets you scan your dinosaur and watch it come to life, zoom in on dinosaurs up close, hear dinosaur roars, learn fun dinosaur facts and more.
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Papo Stegosaurus Multi- Manufacturer: Papo
- Brand: Papo
- Model: 55079
- EAN: 3465000550790
- PartNumber: 55079
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 4.7 Inches by 8.7 Inches by 1.6 Inches
- Weight: 0.0440924524 Pounds
- Color: Multi
Features:- Papo new 2019 !
- Hand painted
- Designed in France
- Highly detailed, realist and durable figurine Made with extreme care and quality
- Stimulate and inspire imagination of children
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Gemini&Genius Stegosaurus Dinosaur Action Figure Jurassic Dino Toys Green Science Educational Realistic Design Dinosaur Figure Gift for Kids Party and Classroom Prize Supplies- Manufacturer: Shenzhen Gemini Technology LTD.
- Brand: gemini&genius
- Model: Dinosaur Figure
- UPC: 726980988106
- EAN: 0726980988106
- PartNumber: Dinosaur Figure
Details:Physical Description:Features:- 【Experience the Jurassic World】Stegosaurus is one of the most easily identifiable dinosaur genera, due to the distinctive double row of kite-shaped plates rising vertically along the rounded back and the two pairs of long spikes extending horizontally near the end of the tail. This incredibly lifelike with an articulated which provides you with a realistic experience in Jurassic World.
- 【Pretty Dinosaur】It's very pretty but for a long time it was considered the stupidest dinosaur, because its brain was no larger than a tennis ball and weighed only 80 g, especially considering that its body weighed 4.5 tonnes. Today we believe that it had a kind of second brain in the base of its tail.
- 【Develop Dexterity and Spark the Imagination】We encourage your kids to use their imagination to create their own magical kingdom. The toys will help to develop their skills while enjoying hours of imaginative play in great planet's history.
- 【Great Detail】It is hand painted with amazing detail, realistic, educational, and fun, this figurine is suitable for a range of interests, including collectors, teachers, and kids. Another special characteristic of this figure is the care in the details and postures, which gives the impression that the figurines are animated.
- 【Beautifully Finished and Durable】This figure is beautifully finished and the extreme attention to detail is universally recognized. This figure is made of a very high quality plastic, its measures approximately 6.3 inches length; Suitable for ages: 3 plus Years. Use by children under 8 should be supervised by adult.
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Gemini&Genius Stegosaurus Dinosaur Figure Dinosaurs Action Figurine Dino Collection Jurassic Dinosaur Model Toys for Boys and Girls 4-12 Years Old（Green）- Manufacturer: Gemini&Genius
- Brand: gemini&genius
- PartNumber: Stegosaurus-2
Physical Description:Features:- 【Experience the Jurassic World】Our dinosaur figures are made by hand painted with high detailed appearance. Their uniquely molded textures and richly painted details make the dinosaurs vivid.
- 【Dexterity and Imagination Development】We encourage your kids to use their imagination to create their own magical kingdom. The toys will help to develop their skills while enjoying hours of imaginative play in great planet's history.
- 【Awesome Gifts】Such cute & different varieties of dinosaur figures are worthy to be collected, for decorating children's bookcase, desk and room. They are awesome birthday gifts or prizes for kids, also they would be good ideas to use as the cake toppers and make a dinosaur theme cake for your children. They would love that so much.
- 【Detailed and Realistic】 Our action figure is hand painted with amazing authentic details, realistic movement, educational and funny, everything figure has its own character with lifelike appearance trying to tell their expression.
- 【Durable and Safe】This figure is made of a-piece design with durable ABS material which is safe and eco-friendly and children-friendly. This is the most durable design as you can imagine, when your children grow up, these toys are still fine and become valuable collectibles.
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Stegosaurus Jurassic World Dinosaurs Toys, Plastic Dinosaurs Stegasourus Toy Early Educational Dinosaur Action Figure Model for Kids Girls Boys Toy Gifts- Manufacturer: BEMDLON
- Brand: BEMDLON
- UPC: 734327158341
- EAN: 0734327158341
- PartNumber: 99
Physical Description:- Size: 4.72 Inches by 7.87 Inches by 2.76 Inches
- Color: Stegosaurus
Features:- 【Realistic details】 Each dinosaur is finely carved dynamic natural realistic, clear texture three-dimensional sense of strong. The lifelike toys can educate and inspire toddlers of all ages and help them to recognize prehistoric creatures.
- 【High-quality materials】 The whole body is made of TPR material, non-toxic and tasteless, not fade. Soft touch. Solid manufacturing difference with other hollow products, more sense of weight.
- 【Other design】Unlike competitor dinos,All our dinosaurs figures stand up. One-piece molding process, without secondary bonding. Sturdy and fall-resistant, longer service life.
- 【Excellent gift】Rich dinosaur details and dynamics, realistic modeling, high quality materials. The best gift for children who like dinosaur toys as well as the ideal collector's model for collecting wild animals
- 【Customer Service】If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us through the backstage. We will get back to you as soon as possible within 24 hours from Monday to Friday. Enjoy 30 days 100% money back guarantee and 100% customer satisfaction. Enjoy risk-free purchase.
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JURASSIC WORLD MEGA DUAL ATTACK Stegosaurus- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: GDL06
- UPC: 887961746235
- EAN: 0887961746235
- PartNumber: GDL06
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 8.5 Inches by 14.5 Inches by 3.6252 Inches
- Weight: 0.220462262 Pounds
- Color: Multicolor
Features:- Larger-size Jurassic World Mega Dual Attack action figures make battle action come alive with an all-new way to play!
- Dual-button activation gets the battle-action going for frighteningly fierce moves!
- Each button on the dinosaur figure triggers a strike, and for dual-striking action, press both buttons at the same time!
- Features realistic movie-inspired sculpting, articulation plus authentic color and texture.
- Play out epic Jurassic World battle-action scenes with these larger-size Mega Dual Attack dinosaur action figures!
- Choose from: Stegosaurus, Suchomimus, Quetzalcoatlus and more (each sold separately, subject to availability).
- Informative Dino Rivals collector card is included for each dinosaur with key battle stats and attributes.
- Download the Jurassic World Facts app (Android and iOS) for more battle play! App lets you scan each dinosaur and watch them come to life, learn attack facts, compare stats and more!
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MorisMos Dinosaur Stuffed Animal Plush Toy for Dinosaur Fan Kids Children,Stegosaurus- Manufacturer: MorisMos
- Brand: MorisMos
Physical Description:Features:- Take a journey back in time with this Stegosaurus stuffed animal from MorisMos!
- Being made of corduroy,one of durably constructed fabric,withstand years of accompany and love.The eyes are plastic,be careful for baby or pet.We recommend it for ages 3+
- Beautiful color designed for play for your child,cause we hope every child has a colorful world.Excited play may stain it,so we make it washable.
- Measuring approximately 9x18 inches,a perfect size to hold on the go,or to snuggle at bed time.It’s also perfect as a gift for kids on birthday, Christmas, and other festivals.
- For dino lovers, or lovers of super soft stuffies in general,this dinosaur toy will be the best gift choice.After all, its lovely face is not as terrible as the real ancient creatures,won't scare anyone.
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VTech Switch and Go Stegosaurus Buggy- Manufacturer: VTech
- Brand: VTech
- Model: 80-192260
- EAN: 3417761922606
- PartNumber: 80-192260
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 3.5433 Inches by 2.8346 Inches by 6.1024 Inches
- Weight: 0.3 Pounds
- Color: Stegosaurus Buggy
Features:- Take a giant step into role-play with a super tough Stegosaurus that can change into a off-road buggy with a few easy steps
- Slam likes to talk about what a tough dino he is and how his strong armor protects him
- In vehicle mode, hear the driver talk about how rugged he is and how he drives in style
- Build an awesome dinosaur world with the other Switch and Go transforming dino vehicles (sold separately)
- Intended for ages 4+ years; requires 1 AAA battery; battery included for demo purposes only; new battery recommended for regular use
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JamBer Dig Up Dinosaurs Set, Dinosaur Fossil Digging kit for Kids, Science Educational Realistic Toys for Boys, Girls (Stegosaurus)- Manufacturer: JamBer
- Brand: JamBer
- UPC: 735864004290
- EAN: 0735864004290
- PartNumber: KLY-JX0241
Details:Features:- ✔ Cultivate operational ability - The fun of digging dinosaurs is not just the digging process. The excavated bones need to be cleaned and assembled, which can not only improve the child's mobility but also improve the child's memory and increase the baby's self-confidence.
- ✔ Different Jurassic Dinosaur - Our products have 5 styles, every time you dig a dinosaur it is a surprise and exciting. T-REX, Triceratops, Mammoth, Stegosaurus, Brachiosaurus(You can only get one). This perfect and realistic dinosaur can fully satisfy the curiosity of children. Jurassic history is waiting to be discovered.
- ✔ Archaeological excavation of dinosaurs - Let children learn the fun and function of archeological excavations by tapping, brushing, and shovel, and training their senses. Understanding more about dinosaurs and understanding nature is of great teaching significance.
- ✔ Environmentally friendly and safe material - Realistic dinosaur toy of dinosaur toy, made of durable, BPA-free vinyl-based. Non-toxic plasterboard. This creates a realistic dinosaur model set. Hours of worry-free games for children.
- ✔ Perfect Gift for Children - Toy Gift This dinosaur character toy set is very suitable as an educational toy that stimulates the imagination and creative thinking. Each animal is full of adventure and playfully stimulates the imagination. In addition, these dinosaur toy sets can also be used as decoration in the room.
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Wild Republic Stegosaurus Plush, Dinosaur Stuffed Animal, Plush Toy, Kids Gifts, Cuddlekins, 12 Inches- Manufacturer: Wild Republic
- Brand: Wild Republic
- Model: 11052
- UPC: 092389110524
- EAN: 0092389110524
- PartNumber: 10948
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 9.0 Inches by 14.0 Inches by 12.0 Inches
- Weight: 0.220462262 Pounds
- Color: Multi
Features:- The Stegosaurus may be extinct, but it’s stuffed animal counterpart will live on in the hearts of children everywhere.
- This spikey dinosaur plush toy measures 12 inches from nose to tail, and every inch is surface washable.
- The spikes on a Stegosaurus are bony and hard, but this kids toy is constructed with super soft, multi-colored fabric that helps bring this realistic animal plush to life.
- While its high-quality fabric may not withstand a battle with T-Rex, it will hold up against all the cuddles this dino is destined to provide.
- Take your imagination on a journey through time with this loveable Stegosaurus animal plush.
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