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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 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
- Format: Illustrated
- 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 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: 0.44974301448 Pounds
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By Charles Lennie
Capstone Classroom
Released: August 1st, 2016
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Stegosaurus (Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Capstone Classroom
- ISBN: 1496609964
- EAN: 9781496609960
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Details:- Hardcover
- Edition: Reprint
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Charles Lennie
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2016
- Release Date: August 1st, 2016
Physical Description:- Size: 9.0 Inches by 10.75 Inches by 0.25 Inches
- Weight: 0.25 Pounds
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By A. L. Wegwerth
Capstone Press
Released: July 1st, 2014
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Stegosaurus (Little Paleontologist)- Manufacturer: Capstone Press
- ISBN: 1491408243
- EAN: 9781491408247
- PartNumber: illustrations
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: A. L. Wegwerth
- 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
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By Lois G. Grambling
Troll Communications
Released: February 1st, 1998
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Can I Have a Stegosaurus, Mom? Can I? Please!?- Manufacturer: Troll Communications
- 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: 6.3 Inches by 6.3 Inches by 0.3 Inches
- Weight: 0.26 Pounds
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By Tammy Gagne
Pebble
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Stegosaurus: A 4D Book (Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Pebble
- 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: 9.25 Inches by 11.0 Inches by 0.25 Inches
- Weight: 0.3 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
- ISBN: 1515821331
- EAN: 9781515821335
Details:- Paperback
- Edition: Reprint
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Thomas Kingsley Troupe
- Publication Date: February 1st, 2018
- Release Date: February 1st, 2018
Physical Description:- Size: 11.0 Inches by 9.0 Inches by 0.25 Inches
- Weight: 0.26 Pounds
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Stegosaurus Toys
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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:- Large action-scale dinosaur figure has two-button activation for both tail strike action and head strike action
- Press both buttons for dual strike action at the same time!
- Dinosaurs also feature movie-inspired sculpting and authentic color and detail
- Movie-inspired sculpting and authentic color and detail
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SCHLEICH Stegosaurus, Brown- Manufacturer: Schleich North America
- Brand: SCHLEICH
- Model: 14568
- EAN: 4055744007163
- PartNumber: 14568
Details:- Product Category: Toy
- Author: Schleich
Physical Description:- Size: 4.33 Inches by 5.91 Inches by 4.13 Inches
- Weight: 0.36045579837 Pounds
- Color: Brown
Features:- Expand your Schleich Dino collection with this lifelike Stegosaurus figurine!
- The figurine's accompanying booklet offers even more information about the famous dinosaur!
- Figurine is approx. 2. 756" L x 7. 283" W x 4. 331" H
- Create your own landscape or add to one of your Schleich playsets!
- Realistically detailed for the ultimate play and educational experience!
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Learning Resources Jumbo Dinosaur Floor Puzzle, Stegosaurus- Manufacturer: Learning Resources
- Brand: Learning Resources
- Model: LER2858
- UPC: 765023028584
- EAN: 0765023028584
- PartNumber: LER2858
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 3.3 Inches by 16.1 Inches by 13.0 Inches
- Weight: 1.3 Pounds
- Color: Multi-color
Features:- DEVELOP: Kids will love learning, solving problems, and building their fine motor skills with the Stegosaurus Jumbo Dinosaur Floor Puzzle.
- 2 PUZZLES IN ONE: Double-sided pieces have a Stegosaurus on one side, and a skeleton on the reverse
- Big foam pieces are soft and sturdy, and the entire puzzle is extra easy to assemble.
- Set Includes 20 double-sided foam pieces plus activity guide with dinosaur facts and full-color Stegosaurus poster
- Ages 3+
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Papo Stegosaurus- 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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Stegosaurus Toy
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Gemini&Genius Stegosaurus Dinosaur Action Figure Jurassic World Park 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
- 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.
- 【Develops Dexterity and Sparks 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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PLAYMOBIL Explorer Vehicle with Stegosaurus Building Set- Manufacturer: Playmobil - Cranbury
- Brand: Playmobil
- Model: 9432
- EAN: 4008789094322
- PartNumber: 9432
Details:- Product Category: Accessory
Physical Description:- Size: 11.181 Inches by 3.74 Inches by 9.764 Inches
- Weight: 1.15 Pounds
- Color: Multi
Features:- Discover the Dino world with the Explorer vehicle with Stegosaurus
- With functioning winch and crane boom, the Explorer has time to observe and take notes on his Dino friend, before releasing him back into the wild
- Set includes one figure, Stegosaurus, pond with tree, vehicle with cable winch, and other accessories
- Recommended for ages four years and up
- Figures can bend, sit, stand and turn their heads
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Bellzi Stegosaurus Cute Stuffed Animal Plush Toy - Adorable Soft Dinosaur Toy Plushies and Gifts - Perfect Present for Kids, Babies, Toddlers - Steggi- Manufacturer: Bellzi
- Brand: Bellzi
- UPC: 810407030025
- EAN: 0810407030025
- PartNumber: STEGGI-BRN
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 5.39 Inches by 10.31 Inches by 6.22 Inches
Features:- DINO COLLECTION: Bellzi’s Dinosaur Collection includes an adorable Brontosaurus, T-Rex, Triceratops, Stegosaurus, and Pterodactyl. Start your child’s own stuffed animal dinosaur set with our wide variety of plush dinosaur characters! All Bellzi dinos vary between 6 inches to 12 inches in height.
- BELLZI DESIGN: Bellzi stuffed animals are super soft, adorable, and unabashedly cute! Each of our characters have original designs, and are created with an ultra-premium, child-friendly, and high-density plush material for maximum softness, weight, and quality you can sense at first touch. Our plush animals are perfect for anyone looking for a new huggable best friend!
- SAFELY MADE FOR CHILDREN: All Bellzi kawaii plush animals are made with high quality, reinforced stitching and 100% ultra-premium, clump-resistant, polyester stuffing. The plushie coat is made from a specially designed eco-friendly soft synthetic fiber which keeps infants and toddlers safe during rough play. Bellzi plush animals are perfect for children of all ages!
- GIFT IT: Bellzi’s artisanal and beautifully designed cute animal plushie stuffed toys make an ideal present for someone you care deeply about. Our plush animals make perfect gifts for baby showers, birthdays, Valentine’s Day, and more! For children and adults alike, these toys are perfect to cuddle with in bed or to keep you company when you nap on the couch!
- 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE: We always stand behind the quality of our product, and we support our customers long after purchase. Please do not hesitate to contact Bellzi's customer service team to resolve any questions or concerns. Our goal is always your complete satisfaction!
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Samson The Stegosaurus | 15.5 Inch Stuffed Animal Plush Dinosaur | by Tiger Tale Toys- Manufacturer: VIAHART
- Brand: VIAHART
- UPC: 850000897274
- EAN: 0850000897274
- PartNumber: 850000897274
Details:Features:- Soft plush fabric | Huggable and super cute | Comes with its own story!
- This plush stuffed animal is securely sewn from high quality polyester fabrics and filled with white polypropylene plush filling.
- Recommended for ages 3+ | No phthalates, lead, BPA, or heavy metals | We have our products and components tested in accredited labs for compliance with CPSIA and ASTM F963-11 safety standards | Please hand wash with light soap and cold water and let air dry
- SIZE AND WEIGHT | Product measures 15.5 x 6 x 7.25 in inches | 39.4 x 15.2 x 18.4 in centimeters | Product Weighs Approximately .5 lbs / .23 kgs
- GUARANTEE | 90 day warranty for all manufacturer's defects | 30 day return policy for all other issues | If there is an issue with your order, text or email a photo of the issue and we'll refund you without a return.
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Wildlife Tree 7 Inch Stuffed Pink Stegosaurus Plush Sitting Animal Prism Collection- Manufacturer: Wildlife Tree
- Brand: Wildlife Tree
- UPCs: 810024794119, 792405091096
- EANs: 0792405091096, 0810024794119
- PartNumber: WTKPSTE
Details:Physical Description:Features:- WHAT'S INCLUDED: From a realistic design and distinctive facial markings, this posed Pink Stegosaurus is simply irresistible! This pink plush Stegosaurus is huggable, hand-washable, soft, shed-free and made from high quality acrylic, polyester and stitching to ensure added safety!
- DIMENSIONS: Measuring at 7 Inches, our adorable Pink Stegosaurus stuffed animals are comfortable and soft to the touch! The perfect size for at home and take on the go play!
- MULTI-PURPOSE: Expand your child's interest in wildlife studies and animal care. Our animal plush makes for an adorable companionship for any child! (ages 3+)
- MIX & MATCH: Our plush collection can be combined with animals of all sorts to create the ultimate collection!
- SATISFACTION GUARANTEE: Our products run through multiple inspections and are designed with quality in mind. If you don't love it, we'll replace or refund it!
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