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Coelophysis
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Coelophysis was a small, 8 to 10 feet (2.4 to 3 meters) tall, dinosaur that lived in
North America in the late Triassic period,
about 225 to 220 million years ago.
It is in fact one of the earliest known dinosaurs.
The first discovery of the remains of Coelophysis was in 1881 by an amateur
fossil
collector named David Baldwin.
The name Coelophysis was coined by
Edward D. Cope
in 1889, and means "hollow form", in reference to the animal's
hollow bones.
In 1947,
at Ghost Ranch in
New Mexico,
about a dozen
Coelophysis
fossils were found
together, which suggests they may have lived together in groups. An
alternative (and not necessary incompatible) theory is that the animals were
all killed in a flash flood which swept them away and buried them all together.
Fossilized stomach contents have also been found, and Coelophysis is known to
have been a meat-eater, eating among other things, small reptiles and fish.
There have also been suggestions that stomach contents may also have
included other Coelophysis of different sizes, indicating that the animal was a cannibal
- however other scientists have argued that this is not the case,
and the material was actually
fossils
of other animals as well bones of group of Coelophysis that had simply
been mixed together.
Coelophysis has been designated the official state fossil of
New Mexico, since
1981.
Coelophysis was the second dinosaur in space, when the space shuttle Endeavour
carried a Coelophysis skull to the Mir space station, in
1998.
Coelophysis was a carnivore (meat-eater) that lived from 225 to 220 million years ago
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Coelophysis Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Coelophysis:
- Coelophysis was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Coelophysis" means "hollow form" (referring to its hollow bones). This name was chosen by Edward D. Cope in 1889.
- Coelophysis was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Coelophysis was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Coelophysis was a Theropod - a member of a group of related bipedal dinosaurs that included the ancestors of birds (although Coelophysis was not itself an ancestor of birds).
- Coelophysis lived between about 225 million years ago and 220 million years ago, during the Triassic period.
- Coelophysis lived in North America.
- Coelophysis was a carnivore (meat-eater).
- Coelophysis may have been a cannibal. The evidence for this is fossilized remains of supposedly juvenile animals found "within" larger animals. However, in recent years, a number of scientists argue that such evidence has been misinterpreted, and there is no reason to believe that Coelophysis was a cannibal.
- Coelophysis was about 8 feet (2.4 meters) to 10 feet (3 meters) tall.
- Coelophysis weighed about 100 pounds (45 kilograms).
- Coelophysis is the official state fossil of New Mexico.
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Coelophysis Books
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Coelophysis is one of the best known dinosaurs, as thousands of fossils were discovered all in one place. Discover how fast it could move with the Speed-o-Meter, how terrifying it was on the Scary Scale, and which of today's animals it most resembles. |
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By Susan H. Gray
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Released: 2014-01-01
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Why were hundreds of Coelophysis fossils found together at a site in New Mexico? Did Coelophysis live in a herd? Was there more than one kind of Coelophysis? And why did Coelophysis die out? Explore the many mysteries that still surround this early dinosaur, hundreds of millions of years after it disappeared. |
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By Douglas Henderson
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Text and photographs explore the mystery behind the Coelophysis find made in 1947 at Ghost Ranch, New Mexico by the famous paleontologist Edwin Colbert |
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By David West
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The Upper Triassic period is when dinosaurs first began to roam Earth. Readers explore the world of the first dinosaurs in this book. They learn about giant sea creatures, such as Cymbospondylus, which could grow to become over 30 feet long and incredible reptiles from environments as diverse as forests, riverbanks, and jungles. Computer-generated renderings of these incredible creatures bring them to life in a new and exciting way for readers. A scale shows how these reptiles measure up next to modern humans. |
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The reader will learn about dinosaurs that lived long ago and the nature of their environment. Learn what they ate, how large they were, how fast they were and much more. The illustrations and text make these titles very exciting. |
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The hot, dry South was once covered in deserts, forests, and then rivers. Find out how dinosaurs lived there. See how they compare to today's southern animals. |
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By Graham Coleman
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Describes the physical characteristics and probable behavior of this small, light-weight but fierce dinosaur that probably hunted in packs |
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Describes what is known and hypothesized about the physical appearance and behavior of the small carnivorous dinosaur called Coelophysis. |
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By Josh Gregory
Cherry Lake Publishing
Released: 2015-09-15
Kindle Edition (24 pages)
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In this book, simple, age-appropriate text introduces readers to Coelophysis, from what it looked like to how it lived. Large, exciting images fill the pages, while sidebars encourage students to ask questions and think critically about information presented in the text. Additional tools, including a glossary and index, help students build new vocabulary and locate information. |
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- 110 white pages
- College-ruled notebook (medium ruled)
- matte cover
This Coelophysis notebook is a great gift for any Dinosaur lover, paleontology student or future paleontologist. It is the perfect companion for your next trip to the museum. Use it as a journal, diary or as a Dinosaur gift for friends and family. Keep track of your adventures, experiences and memories with this Coelophysis journal and make them last forever.
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Coelophysis Toys
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Click Here | - AGILE CARNIVORE - Coelophysis was one of the first agile meat-eating dinosaurs. This relatively small theropod scurried around what is now New Mexico during the Triassic Period, at the dawn of the age of the dinosaurs, 200 million years ago. Coelophysis is a delicately built, two-legged carnivore with slender legs and three-toed feet. It had sharp, serrated teeth and was roughly 10 ft long, from head to tail.
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Coelophysis was one of the first agile meat-eating dinosaurs. This relatively small theropod scurried around what is now New Mexico during the Triassic Period, at the dawn of the age of the dinosaurs, 200 million years ago. Coelophysis is a delicately built, two-legged carnivore with slender legs and three-toed feet. It had sharp, serrated teeth and was roughly 10 ft long, from head to tail. Coelophysis was first discovered and described in the 1880s based on some partial fossils. It remained poorly known until 1947, when hundreds of complete and near-complete skeletons were discovered at Ghost Ranch, New Mexico, USA. Excavated and studied by the American Museum of Natural History, this 'graveyard' of specimens contained both young and old individuals. Like all Safari Ltd products, this figurine has been individually hand painted, features quality construction from phthalate and lead-free materials, and includes an educational hangtag in 5 languages. Realistic, educational, and fun, this figurine is suitable for a range of interests, including collectors, enthusiasts, teachers, and kids. Admire it on a shelf, use it in the classroom, or simply enjoy playing with it. This slender model is 7.25 inches long and 2.5 inches high. It is ginger with a lighter underside and dark streak along its flank. This would help it to blend into muddy habitats. Recommended Age: 3+. Size: 7.12" L 2.54" H. |
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Avoid the ambush and capture the coelophysis! As the hero rides his mini off-roader through the jungle on the lookout for dinosaurs, an agile Coelophysis hides behind a bush, ready to pounce. Can our brave hero capture it using his tranquilizer gun before the dino escapes and attacks the city? You decide! Includes hero minifigure and Coelophysis dinosaur. |
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One of the most famous dinosaurs of all time, the Tyrannosaurus Rex is considered the king of the tyrant lizards. Known to be up to 40 feet long, they're one of the largest known meat-eating dinosaurs. Recent discoveries have indicated that this king may have been feathered, changing our previous understanding of this popular species. Travel back to a land in time where creatures such as the Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops, Velociraptor and Stegosaurus roamed the earth. The Prehistoric Life collection brings together all the most fascinating creatures from long before our time, including the Feathered Tyrannosaurus Rex, possibly one of the earliest ancestors of today's modern birds. Like all Safari Ltd products, the Safari Ltd Prehistoric Life - Feathered Tyrannosaurus Rex has been individually hand painted, features quality construction from phthalate and lead-free materials, so they are safe for both playtime and collections. Learn the history of this fantastic beast in the most authentic way possible. Realistic, educational, and fun, this figurine is suitable for a range of interests, including collectors, enthusiasts, teachers, and kids. Admire it on a shelf, use it in the classroom, or simply enjoy playing with it. Uncover some of the greatest mysteries of Prehistoric Life, up-close and personal with this intricate figure. This stunningly detailed figure is 12 inches long and 5.25 inches high. Its bold, colorful plumage and scarred face make a striking statement. Scientific name is Tyrannosaurus Rex. Part of the Prehistoric Life collection from Safari Ltd.'s Dinosaur assortment. Recommended for children ages 3+. |
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- Period: Late Triassic Period
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Dinosaurs are the most prominent species in the prehistoric world. Coelophysis is a small, carnivorous, bipedal dinosaur in North America. It is one of the earliest known dinosaurs and the second to have entered space. With research-based accuracy, the Damtoys design team brings you the visual image of the statue, where we imagined the Coelophysis having just caught a prey in the woods since its favorite food is lizards. Having designed this on accurate basis, we likewise offer two color renderings. |
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Click Here | - COMMON SAUROPOD: Malawisaurus was a relatively small titanosaurid sauropod dinosaur from the early Cretaceous Period. It has a long neck and long tail and its midsection is quite rotund, Like other titanosaurs it featured large dermal scales covering the skin on its back.
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Malawisaurus was a relatively small titanosaurid sauropod dinosaur from the early Cretaceous Period. It has a long neck and long tail and its midsection is quite rotund, Like other titanosaurs it featured large dermal scales covering the skin on its back. Malawisaurus is one of the few titanosaurs whose discovered remains include skull material, giving us a better idea of what this animal and its relatives looked like in life. Though small for a sauropod, Malawisaurus was still quite a large animal at over 50 feet long. Like all Safari Ltd products, this figurine has been individually hand painted, features quality construction from phthalate and lead-free materials, and includes an educational hangtag in 5 languages. Realistic, educational, and fun, this figurine is suitable for a range of interests, including collectors, enthusiasts, teachers, and kids. Admire it on a shelf, use it in the classroom, or simply enjoy playing with it. The Malawisaurus figure isn't nearly as large as the real thing, but it's still no slouch at 14 inches long and 4 inches high. It's a bit longer than a standard American ruler and a bit taller than a credit card on its side. The main color pattern of the figure is a muted orange with brown tiger-like stripes, with a white underside and face. |
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Covered in armor and weighing up to 13,000 lbs., Ankylosaurus was the tank of the dinosaur world. Its name means "fused lizard", because the bones in its skull and many other areas are fused together, making this dinosaur that much tougher and harder. Ankylosaurus was first discovered in 1906 by Barnum Brown in Montana. Though Ankylosaurus has been a well-known dinosaur for many decades, it was not formally described in full until Kenneth Carpenter undertook the task in 2004. Like all Safari Ltd products, this figurine has been individually hand painted, features quality construction from phthalate and lead-free materials, and includes an educational hangtag in 5 languages. Realistic, educational, and fun, this figurine is suitable for a range of interests, including collectors, enthusiasts, teachers, and kids. Admire it on a shelf, use it in the classroom, or simply enjoy playing with it. The Ankylosaurus is 7 1/2 inches long and 2 ½ inches high to the tip of his raised tail. It's a bit longer than a soda can on its side, and about as wide. Its back features brown dermal plates on a darker brown upper body, with a light yellowish-brown below. |
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Click Here | - ANCIENT TRICERATOPS RELATIVE - "Diabloceratops" means "Devil Horned Face." This herbivore lived 80 million years ago, was a close relative of the famed triceratops, and used its fearsome horns and frills to defend itself against predators like the Tyrannosaurus Rex.
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“Diabloceratops” means “Devil Horned Face.” This herbivore lived 80 million years ago, was a close relative of the famed triceratops, and used its fearsome horns and frills to defend itself against predators like the Tyrannosaurus Rex. This figurine is part of the Dinosaur and Prehistoric Collection, which was designed for the dinosaur lover in us all. Like all Safari Ltd products, the Wild Safari Dinosaur and Prehistoric Life Diabloceratops has been individually hand painted, features quality construction from phthalate and lead-free materials, and includes an educational hangtag in 5 languages. Realistic, educational, and fun, you can admire it on a shelf, use it in the classroom, or simply enjoy playing with it. Product measures 5.7"L x 1.8”W x 3.2"H. Recommended for ages 3 and up. |
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Click Here | - Name: Coelophysis
- Period: Late Triassic Period
- Product Size: Height: 16.77" (425.96 mm) | Width: 8.26" (209.8 mm) | Depth: 9.84" (249.94 mm) | Weight: 10.53 lbs (4.78 kg) *
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Dinosaurs are the most prominent species in the prehistoric world. Coelophysis is a small, carnivorous, bipedal dinosaur in North America. It is one of the earliest known dinosaurs and the second to have entered space. With research-based accuracy, the Damtoys design team brings you the visual image of the statue, where we imagined the Coelophysis having just caught a prey in the woods since its favorite food is lizards. Having designed this on accurate basis, we likewise offer two color renderings. |
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