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Nigersaurus
Nigersaurus was a plant-eater (herbivore) that lived in Africa during the
Cretaceous period,
between about 119 and 99 million years ago.
Nigersaurus was relatively small for a
Sauropod dinosaur - it was
about 30 feet (9 meters) long and weighed about 4 tons.
Its bones were hollow and had many air spaces, and as a result,
fossils
do not tend to be well-preserved and it was poorly known until recently.
The most unusual feature of Nigersaurus was its style of feeding. Its mouth
was the widest part of its head and was equipped with several hundred small
sharp teeth. As one tooth wore out, it was replaced by another (up to 9 replacement
teeth lay behind each cutting tooth), perhaps as often as once per month.
Nigersaurus is believed to have eaten like a lawn-mower, taking it predigious quantities
of low-lying vegetation.
Nigersaurus is also noted for having neural spines on its vertebrae. In life, flesh or skin
was probably stretched between these.
Nigersaurus was a herbivore (plant-eater) that lived from 119 to 99 million years ago
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Nigersaurus Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Nigersaurus:
- Nigersaurus was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Nigersaurus" means "Niger lizard" ((it was discovered in the country of Niger).
- Nigersaurus was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Nigersaurus was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Nigersaurus was a Sauropod - a member of a group of related large quadrupedal herbivorous (plant-eating) dinosaur with long necks.
- Nigersaurus lived between about 119 million years ago and 99 million years ago, during the Cretaceous period.
- Nigersaurus lived in Africa.
- Nigersaurus was a herbivore (plant-eater).
- Nigersaurus had a very unusual mouth for a Sauropod - it had a wide intake like a vacuum cleaner (wider than the rest of its skull), and after taking in the food, it chewed it using hundreds small sharp teeth.
- Nigersaurus was usually about 30 feet (9 meters) long.
- Nigersaurus weighed about 4 tons.
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Nigersaurus Books
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By Paul Mason
Hungry Tomato (R)
Released: August 1st, 2018
Library Binding (32 pages)
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Dinosaur Slayers by the Shore (Dinosaurs Rule)- Manufacturer: Hungry Tomato ®
- Brand: Hungry Tomato (R)
- ISBN: 1541501039
- EAN: 9781541501034
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Edition: Reprint
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Paul Mason
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2018
- Release Date: August 1st, 2018
Physical Description:- Size: 9.1 Inches by 7.1 Inches by 0.3 Inches
- Weight: 0.66 Pounds
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Nigersaurus Toys
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Safari Ltd Wild Safari Nigersaurus- Manufacturer: Safari Ltd
- Brand: Safari Ltd.
- Model: 286329
- UPC: 095866286309
- EANs: 0095866286309, 5055311205779
- PartNumber: S286329
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 3.19 Inches by 8.46 Inches by 2.36 Inches
- Weight: 0.12786811196 Pounds
Features:- The long-necked Nigersaurus from Safari Ltd blends into its background with its shades of green as its gulps down vegetation.
- Wild Safari Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Life were created for the dinosaur lover in all of us.
- Slightly smaller than our Carnegie Dinosaur Collectibles, these replicas introduce collectors to the fascinating landscapes and creatures of prehistoric worlds.
- Each hand painted figure is designed to stimulate the imaginations of children of all ages.
- All of our products are lead free and thoroughly safety tested.
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Flormoon Dinosaur Toy Realistic Nigersaurus Animal Figures Science Project, Cake Topper, Early Educational Toys Birthday for Toddlers Kids Age 3 4 5- Manufacturer: FLORMOON
- Brand: Flormoon
- UPC: 792332330770
- EAN: 0792332330770
- PartNumber: FLM-10817-0610UK
Details:Physical Description:- Weight: 0.2866009406 Pounds
Features:- 【SAFETY MATERIAL】 FLORMOON Animal Figurines made of durable Eco-friendly plastic material, BPA Free, Phthalates Free and Non-Toxic. Conforms to Releated Toy Safety Standards. Safety always comes first.
- 【REALISTIC ANIMAL FIGURES】 Our Animal Figurines was hand painted with high realistically detailed appearance, cute face and childish eyes. Their uniquely molded textures and richly painted details make the animals vivid.
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Triceratops + T-rex+ Stegosaurus Kitchen
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Lektist Dinosaur 3D Illusion Lamp - 3 in 1 3D Night Light for Kids Dinosaur Toys Children Birthday 16 Colors Lighting Desk Lamp with Remote (Triceratops + T-rex+ Stegosaurus)- Manufacturer: Lektist
- Brand: Lektist
- UPC: 656699355138
- EAN: 0656699355138
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Physical Description:- Color: Triceratops + T-rex+ Stegosaurus
Features:- This 3D night light featured dinosaur figures is an innovative night lamp for kids or andult. It makes your room looks more interesting.
- USB or Battery Power: the 3D lamp is compatible with any USB power port, such as Laptop or USB Power Bank. It is convenient that you also can simply use the night lamp with 3xAA batteries (Not included).
- Various Lighting Modes: 16 single colors, fast flashing and slow flashing automatically - green, red, blue, cyan, yellow, purple and white, etc. The night lamp is flat, but you can see 3D visual effect due to optical illusion, which is much clear especially at night.
- Remote control & Smart Touch: You can easily control the night light with remote controller or just touch the botton on the lamp base to control the lamp on/off and color changing.
- Perfect Gift: the novelty desk lamp is perfect Christmas gift or birthday gift for kids, friends and family. It is an ideal atmosphere bedside lamp for baby room, children's bedoom, bar, cafes, etc.
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Gemini&Genius 15 inches Mosasaur with Movable Jaw Dinosaur Jurassic World Toys Hand-Painted Dino Model Best Ideal Choices for Christmas and New Year Gift for Kids (Grey )- Manufacturer: Gemini&Genius
- Brand: Gemini&Genius
- PartNumber: Mosasaurus Action Figure
Physical Description:Features:- 【Realistic Emulational Details】The figures was made by hand painted with high detailed appearance. Their uniquely molded textures and richly painted details make the dinosaurs vivid.Have moving jaw. When open the the mouth can see sharp teeth and bright red tongue. It's portable. Make more friends especially for Jurassic World dinosaur collectors.
- 【Awesome Birthday Gift】This would be a special display model. Such cute & different Dino figures are worth to be collected, decorating children's bookcase, desk and room. It's an awesome birthday gift or prize for kids.
- 【Educational Animals Playset】These were great for education purposes, creative play, party favors, school projects, baby shower and crafts. Parents can tell the children stories about the information of the dinosaur or the life of the dinosaurs. Ideal for education on prehistoric species, environmental awareness, and natural history. Mosasaurus is an amphibian, and also is the biggest predator in the Mesozoic ocean.
- 【Develops Dexterity and Sparks the Imagination】We encourage your kids to use their imagination to create their own magical kingdom. The toys will cultivate children's cognition of natural world and help them learn more about dinosaurs through lively activities.
- 【Safety Material】The Figures Play-set made by high quality durable ABS plastic, Non-Toxic Paint and Odorless. All by safety materials for kids, all figures are solid. ASTM/EN71/CPSIA/CE certification approved.
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