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.
In this article, we ask ‘When were dinosaurs alive?’ and explore the different periods of the Mesozoic Era.
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? 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 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 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.
How long ago did dinosaurs live? On this page you’ll find out when dinosaurs lived and how long they’ve been extinct.
We’ll also talk a little about the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods, and the Mesozoic era: the ‘Age of the Dinosaurs’.
When were dinosaurs discovered? In this article we’ll find out when the first dinosaur discoveries were made. We’ll also learn about the first dinosaur hunters.
Brachiosaurus facts for kids and adults. This page contains in-depth information on this large plant-eating dinosaur.
Brachiosaurus was a huge animal, with four tree-trunk like legs and a long neck and tail. It would have used its giraffe-like neck to graze on vegetation that other dinosaurs couldn’t reach.
Let’s learn more about this Jurassic Giant …
Stegosaurus facts for kids, students and adults. Let’s learn about this curious looking dinosaur of the Jurassic period!
Diplodocus facts for kids, students and adults. This page is part of our Dinosaur Facts series.
Diplodocus is one of the best-known dinosaurs, and has been portrayed in many films and cartoons. In this article you’ll find out all about this plant-eating giant …
Giganotosaurus was a late Cretaceous predator, and one of the largest carnivorous dinosaurs. This page contains Giganotosaurus facts for kids, students and adults. Let’s find out all about this fearsome dinosaur …

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