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Stegosaurus
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Stegosaurus was a herbivore (plant-eater) that lived in North
America and
Europe
(the first European specimen was found in
Portugal in
2006)
during the
late Jurassic period,
about 155 to 144 million years ago.
The creature's name, which was chosen by
Othniel C. Marsh
in 1877, means "roof lizard".
Stegosaurus was up to 30 feet (9.1 meters) long. An average Stegosaurus was
around 20 feet (6.1 meters) long, and weighed 2 tons.
Stegosaurus had much longer hind legs than forelegs, and very strong muscles
around its hips. So, although Stegosaurus walked on all fours, it is
thought likely that the animal could have lifted
its forelegs off the ground to eat from the branches of trees.
Stegosaurus bony plates on its back that could have been used for
protection, and possibly temperature regulation.
The largest of the plates were over 2
feet (60 centimeters) high.
Nobody is absolutely sure how the plates on the back were arranged, because
the plates have never been found still attached to the skeleton.
Some scientist believe the plates may have lay flat on the skin. However,
most scientists believe the plates stood erect on the back, and were arranged
in pairs or a zigzag pattern.
Stegosaurus also had pairs of spikes on its
tail which were about 3 feet (0.9 meters) long. There were several species
of Stegosaurus, and the number of tail spikes varied between Stegosaurus
species.
One unusual feature of Stegosaurus, which was first noted by
Othniel C. Marsh,
is that the animal had a large canal in the hip region of the spinal
chord, that could have accommodated a structure about 20 times larger than
the creature's brain. There has been a lot of speculation about this region,
including the idea that dinosaurs like Stegosaurus had a second "brain"
which controlled reflexes in the rear of the animal. A more recent idea
about this, is that canal accommodated a glycogen body, a structure which
is also found in some living birds.
Stegosaurus has been designated the official state fossil of
Colorado,
since
1982.
Stegosaurus was a herbivore (plant-eater) that lived from 155 to 144 million years ago
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Stegosaurus Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Stegosaurus:
- Stegosaurus was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Stegosaurus" means "roof lizard". This name was chosen by Othniel C. Marsh in 1877.
- Stegosaurus was a member of the Ornithischia ("bird-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Stegosaurus was not closely related to birds, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Stegosaurus lived between about 155 million years ago and 144 million years ago, during the Jurassic period.
- Stegosaurus lived in North America and Europe.
- Stegosaurus was a herbivore (plant-eater).
- Stegosaurus was typically about 20 feet (6.1 meters) long, but some animals grew up to 30 feet (9.1 meters) long.
- Stegosaurus weighed about 2 tons.
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By Anna Obiols
B.E.S. Publishing Released: September 1st, 2012 Paperback (36 pages)
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Click Here | Description: Stegosaurus: The Friendliest Dinosaur (Dinosaur Books)- Manufacturer: Sourcebooks Explore
- Brand: B.E.S. Publishing
- ISBNs: 143800107X, 9781438001074
- EAN: 9781438001074
- PartNumber: 3TWDDA002YCI
Details:- Paperback
- Format: Picture Book
- Number of Pages: 36
- Author: Anna Obiols
- Publication Date: September 1st, 2012
- Release Date: September 1st, 2012
Physical Description:- Size: 9.38 inches by 9.38 inches by 0.08 inches
- Weight: 0.45 Pounds
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By Evelyn Sibley Lampman
Purple House Press Released: February 29th, 2024 Hardcover (168 pages)
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Click Here | Description: The Shy Stegosaurus of Cricket Creek- Manufacturer: Purple House Press
- EAN: 9798888180440
Details:- Hardcover
- Number of Pages: 168
- Author: Evelyn Sibley Lampman
- Publication Date: February 29th, 2024
- Release Date: February 29th, 2024
Physical Description:- Size: 9.0 inches by 6.0 inches by 0.5 inches
- Weight: 0.91932763254 pounds
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By Tammy Gagne
Pebble Books Released: July 31st, 2018 Paperback (24 pages)
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Click Here | Description: Stegosaurus: A 4D Book (Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Pebble Books
- Brand: Pebble Books
- ISBN: 151579556X
- EAN: 9781515795568
Details:- Paperback
- Format: Picture Book
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Tammy Gagne
- Publication Date: July 31st, 2018
- Release Date: July 31st, 2018
Physical Description:- Size: 9.25 inches by 11.0 inches by 0.25 inches
- Weight: 0.3 Pounds
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By Dr. Paul Barrett
Natural History Museum Released: September 1st, 2017 Hardcover (48 pages)
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Click Here | Description: Stegosaurus: An Extraordinary Specimen and the Secrets It Reveals- Manufacturer: Natural History Museum, London
- Brand: Natural History Museum
- ISBN: 0565093886
- EAN: 9780565093884
Details:- Hardcover
- Number of Pages: 48
- Author: Dr. Paul Barrett
- Publication Date: September 1st, 2017
- Release Date: September 1st, 2017
Physical Description:- Size: 6.75 inches by 9.0 inches by 0.5 inches
- Weight: 1.0 Pounds
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By A. L. Wegwerth
Capstone Press Released: August 1st, 2014 Paperback (32 pages)
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Click Here | Description: Stegosaurus (Smithsonian Little Explorer)- Manufacturer: Capstone Pr Inc
- Brand: Capstone Press
- ISBN: 1491408243
- EAN: 9781491408247
- PartNumber: illustrations
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: A. L. Wegwerth
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2014
- Release Date: August 1st, 2014
Physical Description:- Size: 8.75 inches by 7.75 inches by 0.25 inches
- Weight: 0.22 Pounds
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By Rebecca Sabelko
Bellwether Media Released: August 1st, 2019 Paperback (32 pages)
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Click Here | Description: Stegosaurus (The World of Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Bellwether Media
- Brand: Bellwether Media
- ISBN: 1618917293
- EAN: 9781618917294
Details:- Paperback
- Format: Illustrated
- Edition: Illustrated
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Rebecca Sabelko
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2019
- Release Date: August 1st, 2019
Physical Description:- Size: 8.75 inches by 7.25 inches by 0.25 inches
- Weight: 0.25 Pounds
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By Julie Abery
Chronicle Books Released: August 8th, 2023 Board book (20 pages)
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Click Here | Description: Baby Stegosaurus- Manufacturer: Amicus Ink
- Brand: Chronicle Books
- ISBN: 1681528924
- EAN: 9781681528922
- PartNumber: 9781681528922
Details:- Product Category: Board book
- Number of Pages: 20
- Author: Julie Abery
- Publication Date: August 8th, 2023
- Release Date: August 8th, 2023
Physical Description:- Size: 6.0 inches by 6.0 inches by 0.65 inches
- Weight: 0.35 Pounds
Features:- Vibrant book about the perilous adventure of a baby stegosaurus
- Encourages early reading, parent-child bonding, an interest in natural history
- Written by Julie Abery
- Illustrated by Gavin Scott
- Published by Amicus Ink
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By Andrea Posner-Sanchez
Golden Books Released: January 10th, 2012 Hardcover (24 pages)
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Click Here | Description: The Spiky Stegosaurus (Dinosaur Train) (Little Golden Book)- Manufacturer: Golden Books
- Brand: Golden Books
- ISBN: 030793022X
- EAN: 9780307930224
- PartNumber: 9780307930224
Details:- Hardcover
- Format: Picture Book
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Andrea Posner-Sanchez
- Publication Date: January 10th, 2012
- Release Date: January 10th, 2012
Physical Description:- Size: 7.83 inches by 6.77 inches by 0.21 inches
- Weight: 0.25 Pounds
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Mattel Multicolor Toy
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Click Here | Description: Mattel Jurassic World Dominion Gigantic Trackers Stegosaurus Action Figure Toy with Attack Motion & Tracking Gear, Plus Downloadable App & AR- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Mattel
- Model: HLP24
- UPC: 194735116799
- EAN: 0194735116799
- PartNumber: HLP24
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 6.5 inches by 4.0 inches by 14.0 inches
- Weight: 1.23238404458 Pounds
- Color: Multicolor
Features:- Jurassic World Dominion brings new thrills to dinosaur lovers. This Gigantic Tracker Stegosaurus has two attack motions and cool removable tracker gear inspired by the movie.
- Press one button for a dramatic head butt attack and the other to activate the side-to-side head and tail motion. The attack actions work with or without tracking gear!
- Enjoy dramatic dinosaur action play with this large dino more than 14 inches long and 7 inches tall with authentic sculpting and realistic colors and textures. Makes a great gift for dinosaur fans 4 years and older.
- Connected play! Scan the dinosaur's hidden Tracking Code in the free Jurassic World Facts App with a compatible smart device (not included) to initiate AUGMENTED REALITY activities and games.
- Augmented fun! Kids can explore thermal and X-ray modes, chase and capture dinosaurs in different habitats, as well as rescue and release dinosaurs in their correct habitats in exciting adventure games.
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Mattel Multicolor Accessory
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Click Here | Description: Mattel Jurassic World Toys Camp Cretaceous Mega Destroyers Stegosaurus Dinosaur Action Figure, Toy Gift with Movable Joints, Attack and Breakout Feature- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Mattel
- Model: GWD62
- UPC: 887961938593
- EAN: 0887961938593
- PartNumber: GWD62
Details:- Product Category: Accessory
Physical Description:- Size: 6.5 inches by 4.0 Inches by 14.0 inches
- Weight: 1.1 pounds
- Color: Multicolor
Features:- Be a part of thrilling action and adventure with Jurassic World Dino Escape!
- These large Jurassic World Mega Destroyers dinosaurs figures break out of their restraints and have ferocious attack features! They're ready for a huge amount of battle action!
- Great for active play or creating a mega display, each figure includes movable joints, realistic sculpting and authentic decoration. Each sold separately, subject to availability.
- It's the perfect gift for ages 4 years old and up especially Jurassic World fans and those who love dinosaurs!
- Download the Jurassic World Facts app (Android and iOS) for more dinosaur fun! App lets you scan your dinosaur and watch it come to life, zoom in on dinosaurs up close, hear dinosaur roars, learn fun dinosaur facts and more.
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Collecta Toy
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Click Here | Description: CollectA Stegosaurus Toy Dinosaur Figure - Authentic Hand Painted & Paleontologist Approved Model- Manufacturer: CollectA
- Brand: Collecta
- Model: 88576
- EAN: 4892900885766
- PartNumber: 88576
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 3.34645 inches by 6.2992 inches by 1.5748 inches
- Weight: 0.220462262 Pounds
Features:- FUN FACTS: Stegosaurus means "Roof Lizard". It had a distinctive alternating double row of plates down its back and tail and was armed with spikes.
- PALEONTOLOGIST APPROVED: Working with experts from across the globe, Collecta hand-painted figurines are all factually accurate and paleontologist-approved, so little ones get to learn while they play.
- AUTHENTICITY: Each prehistoric sculpture has been approved by Anthony Beeson, a well respected expert in palaeoimagery who is also an art librarian, archaeologist and collector, based in the city of Bristol, England.
- SAFETY: All CollectA products are individually hand crafted with only the finest materials and rigorously tested to ensure they meet the highest safety standards.
- PRODUCT SPECS: Stegosaurus measures 6.30L x 1.57W and is suitable for children ages 3 and up.
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Schleich Multi Toy
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Click Here | Description: Schleich Dinosaurs New 2024 Dinosaur Stegosaurus Figurine- Manufacturer: Schleich
- Brand: Schleich
- Model: 15040-23
- EAN: 4059433732015
- PartNumber: 15040
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 4.02 inches by 7.87 inches by 7.87 inches
- Weight: 0.330693393 pounds
- Color: Multi
Features:- The popular Stegosaurus returns to the range!
- The huge boney plates on its back makes it unmistakable!
- In its homeland, present-day North America.
- Discover the world through play with the authentic and detailed figures by schleich. They look so real they may just start moving.
- schleich products fire the imagination and guarantee an educational play experience full of adventure.
- This schleich product belongs to the DINOSAURS theme world and is suitable for children between 5 and 12 years.
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Mattel Multicolor Toy
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Click Here | Description: Mattel Jurassic World The Lost World Hammond Collection Dinosaur Action Figure, Juvenile Stegosaurus with Articulation, 3.75-in Tall- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Mattel
- Model: HLT54
- UPC: 194735118762
- EAN: 0194735118762
- PartNumber: HLT54
Details:- Product Category: Toy
- Edition: Jurassic World the Lost World Jurassic Park Dinosaur Toy, Juvenile Stegosaurus Hammond Collection Premium Authentic Articulated Figure
Physical Description:- Size: 3.7205 inches by 8.5 inches by 2.4016 inches
- Weight: 0.31305641204 pounds
- Color: Multicolor
Features:- ?Collector dinosaurs! This young Stegosaurus dinosaur figure from The Lost World: Jurassic Park is part of The Hammond Collection which has created a new standard for highly detailed and articulated dinosaur figures.
- ?Celebrate Jurassic Park's 30th Anniversary! It's been 30 years since the premiere of the franchise in 1993. This is just one of the special figures helping mark the milestone.
- ?Authentic design. This spectacular-looking juvenile Stegosaurus has movie-accurate details. Designed at 3.75-inch human figure scale, it's 5.6 inches long and 3.2 inches tall, ready to star in any display.
- ?Deluxe articulation! This young Stegosaurus figure has 15 posable joints, including head, neck, jaw and triple-jointed legs.
- ?Premium collectability. This Stegosaurus, a fan favorite dinosaur, would look great posed next to the Hammond Collection Juvenile T. rex. Each figure sold separately and subject to availability.
- Recommended for 8 years and older, this figure will thrill Jurassic World fans and dinosaur collectors.
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WILD REPUBLIC Multi Toy
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Click Here | Description: Wild Republic Stegosaurus Plush, Dinosaur Stuffed Animal, Plush Toy, Gifts for Kids, 10", Multicolor, (Model: 15489)- Manufacturer: Wild Republic
- Brand: WILD REPUBLIC
- Model: 15489
- UPCs: 092389154894, 789213480587
- EANs: 0789213480587, 0092389154894
- PartNumber: 14498
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 6.0 Inches by 4.0 Inches by 10.0 Inches
- Weight: 0.15 Pounds
- Color: Multi
Features:- Bring the thrill and adventure of Jurassic World into your life with this adorable Stegosaurus plush toy
- From tail, over their unique row of back bones, to nose this stuffed animal measures to be 10 inches long
- This plush toy is surface washable for all of your prehistoric fantasies to come true, even if that means getting dirty
- The Stegosaurus is the perfect gift for kids, or a unique gift for any dino aficionado looking for a cuddly, stuffed animal companion
- Watch your loved ones light up when they see this plush toy, they will never want to put it down
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Gemini&Genius Brown Toy
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Click Here | Description: Gemini & Genius Stegosaurus Dinosaur World Action Figure, Dinosaur Figurine, Party and Classroom Prize Supplies, Birthday Gift for Kids 3-6 Years Old- Manufacturer: Shenzhen Gemini Technology LTD.
- Brand: Gemini&Genius
- Model: Dinosaur Figure
- PartNumber: Dinosaur Figure
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 6.0 inches by 7.5 inches by 4.0 inches
- Weight: 0.59965735264 Pounds
- Color: Brown
Features:- ?Realistic Details?The dinosaur toys set are made by hand painted with high realistic and detailed appearance, Their uniquely molded textures and richly painted details make the animals vivid. Cute and portable, you can take it everywhere you want. You or your kids will capture others’ attention with such an eye-catching model, and spark imaginative play!
- ?Awesome Birthday Gift?Such cute & different varieties dinosaur figures are worthy to be collected, decorating children's bookcase, desk and room. It's an awesome birthday gift or a prize for kids, also it would be a good idea to use them as the cake toppers and make a dinosaur world theme cake for your kids. They would love that so much!
- ?Develop Dexterity and Spark the Imagination?Large dinosaur world encourage your kids to use their imagination to create their own magical kingdom. dinosaur figure will help to develop their skills while enjoying hours of imaginative play in great planet's history.
- ? Multifunctional?The Vegetarian dinosaur are realistic, educational, and funny, They are suitable for a range of collectors, teachers, and kids.
- ?Safety Material?Dinosaur Figures Playset are made of high quality durable ABS plastic, Non-Toxic Paint and Odorless, They are all solid and safe for kids.
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MOJO Mixed Toy
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Click Here | Description: MOJO Stegosaurus Realistic Dinosaur Toy Replica Hand Painted Figurine- Manufacturer: MOJO
- Brand: MOJO
- Model: 387043
- EAN: 5031923870437
- PartNumber: 387043
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 6.41732283464567 inches by 2.20472440944882 inches by 5.11811023622047 inches
- Weight: 0.2645547144 Pounds
- Color: Mixed
Features:- Toy Stegosaurus figurine
- Hand painted. Highly detailed and true to life
- Collectable, educational and ideal for school diorama projects
- The perfect gift for enquiring minds
- Made to the highest specifications using the finest materials. MOJO Toy Figurines are Distributed by Legler Toys USA Inc.
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Mary Meyer Stegosaurus Toy
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Click Here | Description: Mary Meyer Stuffed Animal Smootheez Pillow-Soft Toy, 10-Inches, Blue Stegosaurus- Manufacturer: Mary Meyer
- Brand: Mary Meyer
- Model: 54403
- UPC: 719771544032
- EAN: 0719771544032
- PartNumber: 54403
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 10.0 inches by 6.0 inches by 5.0 inches
- Color: Stegosaurus
Features:- DINOSAUR STUFFED ANIMAL: Sweet animal friend is a super soft handful of squeezable, squishable fun; Smootheez are irresistibly, endlessly huggable soft toys that kids love to hold onto
- IDEAL FOR LITTLE HANDS: Comforting, pillow-soft cuddle toy crafted from velvety fabric with just the right amount of stretch, measures 10-inches
- PREHISTORIC PAL: Blue stegosaurus dinosaur with 2 rows of soft stuffed plates on its back and embroidered spots and eyes for total softness; great for dino themed nurseries and as a soothing sensory toy companion for toddlers and bigger kids
- MACHINE WASHABLE: Care for by washing in cold water on gentle cycle, air dry; soft toy made to strict quality standards to meet or exceed US safety requirements
- FROM MARY MEYER: Cuddle up to lots of cuteness with Smootheez, our collection of buddies to squish and squash and squeeze
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Bellzi Steggi Toy
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Click Here | Description: Bellzi Stegosaurus Cute Stuffed Animal Plush Toy - Adorable Soft Dinosaur Toy Plushies and Gifts - Perfect Present for Kids, Babies, Toddlers - Steggi- Manufacturer: Bellzi
- Brand: Bellzi
- UPC: 810407030025
- EAN: 0810407030025
- PartNumber: 113
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 5.39 inches by 10.31 inches by 6.22 inches
- Weight: 0.4 Pounds
- Color: Steggi
Features:- MEET STEGGI: Steggi the Stegosaurus is the most huggable dinosaur with his cute, orange belly and signature triangular back plates. Sized at 12” wide and 6” tall, this dinosaur is really to be cuddled.
- BELLZI DESIGN: Uniquely designed by our in-house team of artists in Southern California, Bellzi plushies are unabashedly cute! Our plush toys are created with only the best materials for the perfect blend of softness, weight, and quality that you can sense at first touch.
- SAFE FOR ALL AGES: All Bellzi kawaii plushies are crafted with clump-resistant, high-density polyester stuffing, allergen-free synthetic fur coat, and reinforced stitching, keeping infants and toddlers safe during rough play.
- SO GIFT-ABLE: Bellzi's artisanal plushies are lovely gifts for baby showers, birthdays, Valentine's Day, Christmas, or anytime you want to say "I care". No occasion? Treat yourself with a Bellzi cuddle buddy today!
- HAPPINESS, ALWAYS: We always stand behind the quality of our products, and we support our customers long after purchase. Please do not hesitate to contact Bellzi's customer service team to resolve any questions, concerns, or feedback. We love to hear from you!
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