Iguanodon was a large herbivorous dinosaur that lived in the early Cretaceous period. Early dinosaur experts believed that Iguanodon had a spike on its nose. Later discoveries have revealed that the spikes belonged on the thumbs, giving the Iguanodon a useful tool … or perhaps a fearsome weapon. This article contains Iguanodon facts for kids and adults, and is part of our Dinosaur Facts Series.
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List Of Animals That Lived With Dinosaurs
We all know who the real ‘stars’ of the Mesozoic Era were, but there were plenty of other incredible animals that lived at the same time as dinosaurs.
On this page you’ll find a list of animals that lived with dinosaurs, with pictures and information about many different types of Mesozoic species.
We’ve tried to include not only animals you’ve probably already heard of, but also a selection of lesser-known creatures of the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods.
Baryonyx Facts for Kids, Students and Adults
Baryonyx was a predatory dinosaur that was in the same family as the giant Spinosaurus. This article contains Baryonyx facts for kids and adults, and is part of our Dinosaur Facts Series. Let’s learn more about this early Cretaceous dino …
How and Why did Dinosaurs Become Extinct?
How and why did dinosaurs become extinct? Around 66 million years ago, something happened that caused 75% of all living species – including the dinosaurs – to become extinct.
On this page we’re going to find out what it was that brought the 160 million year ‘reign of the dinosaurs’ to a sudden end …
Archaeopteryx Facts, Pictures & Information
Archaeopteryx is famous for being the ‘first bird’. In fact, another name for Archaeopteryx is ‘Urvogel’, which is German for ‘first bird’. However, despite having feathers and wings, this late Cretaceous animal still retains very un-birdlike characteristics, such as teeth and a bony tail. It is a true ‘transitional’ animal. This article contains Archaeopteryx facts and information, and is part of our Dinosaur Facts series.
Carnotaurus Facts, Information and Pictures
Carnotaurus facts, information and pictures for kids, students and adults. On this page, we’re going to meet Carnotaurus, a large South American meat-eating dinosaur … with horns.
When Were Dinosaurs Alive? Discover the Mesozoic Era
In this article, we ask ‘When were dinosaurs alive?’ and explore the different periods of the Mesozoic Era.
- This article is part of our Dinosaur Facts series.
Ankylosaurus Facts, Information & Pictures
Ankylosaurus was a heavily armored, plant-eating dinosaur of the late Cretaceous period. This article contains Ankylosaurus facts for kids and adults, and is part of our Dinosaur Facts Series. Let’s learn more about this distinctive dino …
How Long Were Dinosaurs On Earth? Dinosaur History & The Mesozoic Era
How long were dinosaurs on earth? On this page we’ll find out how long the ‘age of the dinosaurs’ lasted. We’ll find out when the first dinosaurs appeared, and when dinosaurs went extinct.
We’ll also take a look at the geological time periods in which dinosaurs inhabited Earth. These are periods of time based on layers of rock. They include the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods.
At the end of the page, you’ll find a list of amazing facts about how long dinosaurs were on Earth and the immense timespans involved.
Abelisaurus Facts, Information & Pictures. Discover This Little-Known Cretaceous Dinosaur
Abelisaurus was a meat-eating dinosaur of the late Cretaceous period. This page contains Abelisaurus facts, pictures and information for kids, students and adults, and is part of our Dinosaur Facts series.
Albertosaurus Facts, Pictures and Information for Kids, Students and Adults
Albertosaurus isn’t as famous as its close relative Tyrannosaurus, but this large meat-eater was just as fierce! This page contains Albertosaurus facts, pictures and information for kids, students and adults, and is part of our Dinosaur Facts series.
