Gallimimus, which means “chicken mimic,” was an ornithomimid theropod dinosaur that roamed the plains of Asia during the Late Cretaceous period. It stood out for its long legs, large eyes, and swift running ability, characteristics that likely helped it evade predators and perhaps chase down prey. One of the largest members of its family, it … Read more
The Stegosaurus is one of the most recognizable dinosaurs, known for its distinctive rows of bony plates rising vertically along its arched back and its spiky tail. These prehistoric creatures roamed the Earth during the Late Jurassic Period, approximately 150 million years ago. The remains of Stegosaurus have been predominantly found in the western United … Read more
The Apatosaurus, once synonymous with the iconic Brontosaurus, is a genus of herbivorous sauropod dinosaurs that roamed North America during the late Jurassic Period, between about 156 million and 151 million years ago. These massive creatures were among the largest land animals to have ever existed, distinguished by their incredibly long necks, wide, stout bodies, … Read more
Ornitholestes, a small carnivorous dinosaur, has caught the fascination of scientists and the public alike. It lived during the Late Jurassic Period roughly 161 to 146 million years ago. A nearly complete skeleton discovered in Wyoming reveals much about its size and physical characteristics. Measuring about 2 meters or 6.6 feet in length, Ornitholestes was … Read more
The Allosaurus was a giant carnivorous dinosaur that roamed the Earth during the late Jurassic period, about 155 to 150 million years ago. Known for its large skull, powerful jaws, and serrated teeth, this fearsome predator was one of the top carnivores of its time. It walked on two legs, balanced by a long and … Read more
Brachiosaurus was one of the largest and most well-known dinosaurs that ever lived. This giant herbivore roamed the earth during the Late Jurassic period, approximately 156 to 145 million years ago. Brachiosaurus was named after its unique body shape, with its front legs being longer than its hind legs, giving it a distinctively sloping back. … Read more
