Apatosaurus

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• Apatosaurus was a close relative of Diplodocus. Apatosaurus was not as long as its relative, but it was more bulky.
  
  
• Apatosaurus could have reared up on its front legs and brought them down with crushing force on an attacker, or used its tail as a whip in defense.
  
  
• Although most scientists believe that Apatosaurus went extinct many millions of years ago, some cryptozoologists (people who search for rumored or mythical animals whose existence is uncertain) have suggested that an animal rumored to be living in the Congo River basin, known as "Mokele-Mbembe", might possibly be a surviving Apatosaurus, or perhaps another type of sauropod dinosaur. However, although there have been numerous expeditions to hunt for Mokele-Mbembe, there is currently no definitive proof of its existence. For more information see Living Dinosaurs?

Apatosaurus Timeline:

Apatosaurus (Brontosaurus) was a herbivore (plant-eater) that lived from 157 to 146 million years ago

Related Information & Resources

• Apatosaurus Pictures
  
  
• Dinosaur Names
  
  
• Dinosaur Types
  
  
• Jurassic Period - Apatosaurus lived between about 157 million years ago and 146 million years ago, during the Jurassic period
  
  
• North American Dinosaurs - Apatosaurus lived in North America.
  
  
• Saurischian Dinosaurs
  
  
• Sauropod Dinosaurs

Apatosaurus Facts

1. Apatosaurus was a genus of dinosaur.
   
   
2. Although "Apatosaurus" is the correct scientific name of this genus of dinosaur, the name "Brontosaurus" is also sometimes used. Apatosaurus has two names, because its discoverer, Othniel C. Marsh did not realize that two different fossil specimens (described in 1877 and 1879 respectively) were actually juvenile and adult examples of the same animal.
   
   
3. "Apatosaurus" means "deceptive lizard" ("Brontosaurus" means "thunder lizard").
   
   
4. Apatosaurus was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Apatosaurus was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
   
   
5. Apatosaurus was a Sauropod - a member of a group of related large quadrupedal herbivorous (plant-eating) dinosaur with long necks.
   
   
6. Apatosaurus lived between about 157 million years ago and 146 million years ago, during the Jurassic period.
   
   
7. Apatosaurus lived in North America.
   
   
8. Apatosaurus was a herbivore (plant-eater).
   
   
9. Apatosaurus was about 70 feet (21.3 meters) long.
   
   
10. Apatosaurus weighed about 33 tons.

Apatosaurus / Brontosaurus Pictures and Posters

Roadside Brontosaurus 18" X 12.5" Art Print	Purple Dinosaur in Lake 18" X 24" Photographic Print	Brontosaurus, Dinosaur Park, South Dakota 18" X 12.5" Art Print
Cement Brontosaurus 18" X 12.5" Art Print	Brontosaurus, 1970 24" X 18" Giclee Print	Rapid City, South Dakota, Dinosaur Park View of T-Rex, Brontosaurus Statues 18" X 24" Giclee Print
Cement Brontosaurus 12.5" X 18" Art Print	Rroadside Apatosaurus 18" X 12.5" Art Print	Prehistoric Animals: a Laelaps Attacking a Brontosaurus 24" X 18" Giclee Print Artist: Wilhelm Kuhnert.
Brontosaurus Attacked by Allosaurus 24" X 18" Giclee Print Artist: Wilhelm Kuhnert.	Blue Dino 24" X 18" Photographic Print Artist: Emily Duffy.	Brontosaurus 13" X 19" Art Print Artist: Erica J. Vess.

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Apatosaurus Toys

Schleich Apatosaurus Schleich Released: 2008-09-15 Gray Toy List Price: $31.99* Lowest New Price: $4.99* *(As of 11:27 Pacific 11 Mar 2010 More Info) Click Here True to life modeling and meticulously handpainted Made in compliance with all safety regulations With the Schleich-S tag, symbol for the highest quality Product Description: With its pencil-like teeth, this herbivore spent most of its time grazing and swallowing its food whole. Known for having a small head and an even smaller brain, it was still considered to be one of the largest land animals. At ninety feet long and over ten feet tall at the hip, this dinosaur weighed almost forty tons. Its tail alone could reach a length of fifty feet! In terms of age, it would not have been unheard of for an Apatosaurus to celebrate his centennial. Item size in centimeters (L x W x H): 51.4 x 10.0 x 15.4.

Carnegie Collection- Apatosaurus Safari Released: 2007-07-01 Toy List Price: $34.99* Lowest New Price: $22.83* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 11:27 Pacific 11 Mar 2010 More Info) Click Here Hand painted replica Measures over 24" in length Authentically detailed and intricately hand-finished with paint exceeding US and European lead safety standards. Product Description: Part of the Safari Ltd. Carnegie Museum Dinosaur collection, replicas researched and authenticated by the paleontologists of the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Each is either 1:20 or 1:40 scale. This Apatosaurus replica measures 22 inches long, 5 inches high. Scale 1:40.

Schleich Apatosaurus Schleich Toy List Price: $31.99* Lowest New Price: $21.98* *(As of 11:27 Pacific 11 Mar 2010 More Info) Click Here Ages: 3+ Product Description: This Apatosaurus is extremely angry, someone has taken her baby. Her arched back is ready to thrust forward a giant lunge at any fearsome creature near. From the Manufacturer: As a manufacturer of toys we carry a special responsibility towards parents and children. It is our aim to constantly live up to the image of a developer and supplier of top quality products with an educational aspect. Our products are being developed with the assistance of parents, teachers and children and are therefore especially designed for children's hands.

Bullyland ~ Soft Play 20" Apatosaurus Bullyland green Toy List Price: $24.95* Lowest New Price: $24.29* *(As of 11:27 Pacific 11 Mar 2010 More Info) Click Here Original Bullyland Soft Play figurines are soft - they feel like the real thing! Made on a 1:8 Scale For ages 3 years and older Product Description: Bullyland Soft Play figurines are made to feel like the real thing with realistic handpainted details. They are great for pretend play and wipe clean with a damp cloth. All Bullyland figurines and play sets are created to support the development of children's skills and imagination while having fun in a safe environment. We are proud of our extensive research and development on the dangers of PVC. We use a synthetic rubber material in order to achieve the highest possible safety standards and have banned the use of PVC in our products.

Schleich Apatosaurus Schleich Toy List Price: $33.99* Lowest New Price: $28.95* *(As of 11:27 Pacific 11 Mar 2010 More Info) Click Here Schleich Apatosaurus Toy Model-New 2009 Ages 3+ Product Description: This Schleich Apatosaurus Toy Model is great for different displays and representations.

Great Dinos Apatosaurus Safari Toy List Price: $7.49* Lowest New Price: $5.23* *(As of 11:27 Pacific 11 Mar 2010 More Info) Click Here Safari Ltd. Great Dinos collection Hand-painted, phthalate free, safety tested Product Description: Part of the Safari Ltd. Great Dinos collection, extra large replicas of some of children's favorite dinosaurs. Great Dinos replicas are hollow, making them lighter for children to play with, as well as more affordable. Attention to detail and hand-painting maintain their educational value. This Apatosaurus replica measures 15.5 inches long, 6.5 inches high.

Wild Safari Apatosaurus Safari Toy Lowest New Price: $5.68* *(As of 11:27 Pacific 11 Mar 2010 More Info) Click Here Replica comes with illustrated educational hang tag in 5 languages. Age 3+ Product Description: Part of the Safari Ltd. Wild Safari Dinosaur collection, prehistoric figures sculpted by experts to ensure authenticity. Each dinosaur replica is amazingly detailed, hand painted for realism and designed to stimulate the imagination. This Wild Safari® Dino Apatosaurus replica measures 9 inches long, 7.5 inches high.

APATOSAURUS BABY by Safari, Ltd. Safari Toy Lowest New Price: $1.37* *(As of 11:27 Pacific 11 Mar 2010 More Info) Click Here A 2.5 in. L x 3.5 in. H (6 x 8.5 cm) Age 3+ Product Description: The Wild Safari hand-painted, authentic, and affordable dinosaur replicas stimulate creative play. Children love them for their playful poses, quality, and collectible range, as well as their educational value. A color-coded 5-language educational hang tag is included with each replica. This baby Apatosaurus measures 4" L x 2.5" H (10 x 6 cm). Age 3+

Apatosaurus Schleich Replica Saurus Schleich Toy List Price: $31.99* Lowest New Price: $34.99* *(As of 11:27 Pacific 11 Mar 2010 More Info) Click Here SCHLEICH IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL RELEVANT SAFETY REGULATIONS EQUIPPED WITH THE SCHLEICH TAG BEARING THE RED S, SYMBOL FOR HIGHEST QUALITY

Apatosaurus Dinosaur 3D Woodcraft Construction Kit Puzzled by Creative Ventures off-white Toy Lowest New Price: $2.59* *(As of 11:27 Pacific 11 Mar 2010 More Info) Click Here Apatosaurus Dinosaur 3D Woodcraft Construction Kit Assembled Size: 14'' L x 3'' W x 4 3/4' 'H NO cutting tools or glue required since all designs are pre-cut Product Description: This is a Woodcraft Construction Kit of a Apatosaurus Dinosaur. There are 42 interlocking 3mm wooden plywood pieces and when assembled measure 14'' L x 3'' W x 4 3/4' 'H. These high grade 3mm wood puzzles come individually shrink-wrapped w/instructions & sandpaper included. Pop out the pieces and go! Painted or left as natural wood, its a challenging, educational and creative activity for all ages. Start your collection today! The units are made of 3mm plywood and the pieces are individually slotted to interlock with one another to form a 3D model. Everything is pre-cut and assembled by pushing the pieces together. There is nothing to cut or glue. The 3D Puzzles are even paintable if desired.

Apatosaurus Books

Apatosaurus (Pepple Plus; Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Animals) By Lindeen Capstone Press Paperback (24 pages; 1) List Price: $6.75* Lowest New Price: $4.51* Lowest Used Price: $5.20* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 11:28 Pacific 11 Mar 2010 More Info) Click Here ISBN13: 9780736861298 Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark. Product Description: Text and illustrations present the life of the dinosaur known as apatosaurus. Includes information on how this prehistoric animal looked, along with its behavior.

Dinosaurs Tyrannosaurus & Apatosaurus (Kumon 3-D Paper Craft Workbooks) Kumon Publishing North America Paperback (24 pages; 1) List Price: $5.95* Lowest New Price: $1.87* Lowest Used Price: $0.97* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 11:28 Pacific 11 Mar 2010 More Info) Click Here ISBN13: 9781933241166 Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark. Product Description: T-Rex once ruled the world, and he’s still pretty popular with kids. Children will have so much fun cutting, pasting, assembling, and, best of all, playing with our T-Rex and Apatosaurus – they won’t even realize they’re learning new skills!

Apatosaurus (Let's Read About Dinosaurs) By Joanne Mattern Weekly Reader Early Learning Library Paperback (24 pages; 1) List Price: $7.00* Lowest New Price: $7.00* Temporarily out of stock. Order now and we'll deliver when available. We'll e-mail you with an estimated delivery date as soon as we have more information. Your credit card will not be charged until we ship the item.* *(As of 11:28 Pacific 11 Mar 2010 More Info) Click Here

Apatosaurus (True Books) By Elaine Landau Children's Press(CT) Paperback (48 pages; 1) List Price: $6.95* Lowest New Price: $1.45* Lowest Used Price: $1.45* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 11:28 Pacific 11 Mar 2010 More Info) Click Here Product Description: Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of the huge plant-eating apatosaurus and discusses theories on why it became extinct.

Is Apatosaurus Okay? (Prehistoric Pals) (Smithsonian's Prehistoric Pals) By Ben Nussbaum Soundprints Paperback (36 pages; 1) List Price: $6.95* Lowest New Price: $5.91* Lowest Used Price: $24.74* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 11:28 Pacific 11 Mar 2010 More Info) Click Here Product Description: Apatosaurus lumbers toward the stream to eat. She is slow and tired. A pack of Ceratasaurus sense that Apatosaurus is not strong. They slowly surround her, ready to attack. What is the matter with Apatosaurus? Will she be okay? Includes a tear-out poster.

Long-Neck: The Adventure of Apatosaurus (Dinosaur World) By Dahl Picture Window Books Paperback (24 pages; 1) List Price: $7.95* Lowest New Price: $7.95* Lowest Used Price: $7.94* Temporarily out of stock. Order now and we'll deliver when available. We'll e-mail you with an estimated delivery date as soon as we have more information. Your credit card will not be charged until we ship the item.* *(As of 11:28 Pacific 11 Mar 2010 More Info) Click Here Product Description: Explains how scientists learn about dinosaurs and what their discoveries have revealed about Apatosaurus.

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