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Altirhinus
Altirhinus was a large herbivore (plant-eating) dinosaur that lived
during the early Cretaceous period,
perhaps between around 120 million and 100 million years ago.
Its fossils
were discovered in what is today Mongolia.
Altirhinus was a large animal, about 26 feet (8 meters) long, and weighing around 4 tons.
Its skull alone is approximately 30 inches (76 centimeters) long.
The skull of Altirhinus is unusual (and is also the origin of its name, which means "high snout").
It had a wide mouth, and a distinctive arch on the top, primarly formed from nasal bones.
Various hypotheses have been suggested as to the purpose of this arch - it may have been used for a powerful
sense of smell, t could have helped the animal cool its blood,
it could have been used to make sounds, or even for display. Since (at the time of writing) only two
Altirhinus skulls have been discovered, we do not even know for sure whether both males and females had
the nasal structure, or if perhaps only one sex had it.
Altirhinus was a herbivore (plant-eater) that lived from 120 to 100 million years ago
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Altirhinus Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Altirhinus:
- Altirhinus was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Altirhinus" means "high snout".
- Altirhinus was a member of the Ornithischia ("bird-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Altirhinus was not closely related to birds, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Altirhinus was a Hadrosaur (usually known as "duck-billed dinosaur") - a member of a group of related herbivorous (plant-eating) dinosaurs that were very successful in the Cretaceous period.
- Altirhinus lived between about 120 million years ago and 100 million years ago, during the Cretaceous period.
- Altirhinus lived in Mongolia.
- Altirhinus was a herbivore (plant-eater).
- Altirhinus was about 26 feet (8 meters) long.
- Altirhinus weighed about 4 tons.
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Altirhinus Books
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By Domenico Barbera
Independently Published
Released: January 26th, 2017
Paperback (112 pages)
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LA PRIMA MOLTIPLICAZIONE DEI PANI (Italian Edition)- Manufacturer: Independently published
- Brand: Independently Published
- ISBN: 1520432666
- EAN: 9781520432663
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 112
- Author: Domenico Barbera
- Publication Date: January 26th, 2017
- Release Date: January 26th, 2017
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- Weight: 0.39 pounds
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By Maria Metzger
Vincentz Network GmbH & C
Released: September 1st, 2012
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Fantasiereisen: Geschichten zum Entspannen und Erinnern / Altenpflege- Manufacturer: Vincentz Network GmbH & C
- ISBNs: 3866301049, 9783866301047
- EAN: 9783866301047
- PartNumber: 28244432
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- Number of Pages: 0
- Author: Maria Metzger
- Publication Date: September 1st, 2012
- Release Date: September 1st, 2012
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By Franco Marucci
Castelvecchi
Released: October 1st, 2020
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Altomare (Narrativa) (Italian Edition)- Manufacturer: Castelvecchi
- ISBN: 8832829738
- EAN: 9788832829730
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 79
- Author: Franco Marucci
- Publication Date: October 1st, 2020
- Release Date: October 1st, 2020
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Altirhinus Toys
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Wooden Puzzle 1000 Pieces Altirhinus in a Forest Jigsaw Puzzles for Children or Adults Educational Toys Decompression Game- Manufacturer: NBWEE
- Brand: NBWEE
- EAN: 8163596828280
Physical Description:Features:- 29.5 x 19.7 Inches (75x50cm)
- Puzzle challenge: 1000 pieces of difficulty upgrades, make people never tired of playing. Let children give full play into their imagination, improve hand-eye coordination, and practice their logical thinking.
- Well-made: using environmentally friendly materials and advanced printing technology presents vivid picture effects. Precise cutting technology makes the pieces fit perfectly.
- Wonderful Gifts: It can be given to your child to exercise concentration and brain skills, or to your friends and family as a creative surprise! The best gift choice for birthdays, holidays, anniversaries and other special days!
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Wooden Puzzle 1000 Pieces Altirhinus and The Full Moon Jigsaw Puzzles for Children or Adults Educational Toys Decompression Game- Manufacturer: NBWEE
- Brand: NBWEE
- EAN: 8163596828457
Physical Description:Features:- 29.5 x 19.7 Inches (75x50cm)
- Puzzle challenge: 1000 pieces of difficulty upgrades, make people never tired of playing. Let children give full play into their imagination, improve hand-eye coordination, and practice their logical thinking.
- Well-made: using environmentally friendly materials and advanced printing technology presents vivid picture effects. Precise cutting technology makes the pieces fit perfectly.
- Wonderful Gifts: It can be given to your child to exercise concentration and brain skills, or to your friends and family as a creative surprise! The best gift choice for birthdays, holidays, anniversaries and other special days!
- Happy family time: You are encouraged to play with your children, let them grow and learn in the game, increase interaction with children, and create a happy and warm family atmosphere.
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