Trophies of the Triassic
This dinosaur seems like a beta version of another small animal later in time. Or maybe the professional version.
What is Procompsognathus?
Known as an "Armored Lizard" this walking tank could shrug off attacks from predators easily.
What is Ankylosaurus?
This group of dinosaurs are considered migratory grazing animals, similar to cows and bison today.
What are the Hadrosaurs?
This famous carnivore's name means "Tyrant Lizard King" and possessed a skull plate that could crack solid rock.
What is Tyrannosaurus Rex?
This first bird appeared during the Jurassic Period and is thought to be the evolutionary link between dinosaurs and modern animals.
What is Archaeopteryx?
This animal is considered to be one of the first species of dinosaurs to ever evolve.
What is Herrerasaurus?
This herbivore, known for its large bony plates and tail spikes, had a brain the size of a walnut.
What is Stegosaurus?
This dinosaur's name means "Three-Horned Lizard", fitting considering its appearance.
What is Triceratops?
This carnivore was the primary hunter of the Jurassic period, and its name means "Different Lizard"
What is Allosaurus?
This flying reptile's name is a bit hard to pronounce. The silent letter is tricky to remember.
What is Pterodactyl?
This early sauropod enjoyed eating leaves in tall trees and used its long neck to stretch upward.
What is Plateosaurus?
This Sauropod uniquely had an upright neck and was one of the tallest animals to ever live.
What is Brachiosaurus?
This trumpeting lizard may have used the crest on its head to vocalize over large distances.
What is Parasaurolophus?
This pack hunting carnivore was among the smarter dinosaurs, and despite the movies, they were only about the size of a turkey.
What is Velociraptor?
This flying reptile was thought to be the size of a giraffe and is named for the mythical Aztec dragon.
What is Quetzalcoatlus?
This small dinosaur was only about the size of a chicken, and was one of the first two-legged carnivores
What is Coelophysis?
Named for the country in South America where it was found, this dinosaur was among the largest animals to ever exist on land.
What is Argentinosaurus?
This dinosaur was one of the first to be discovered. Its name sounds like a lizard we know today.
What is Iguanadon?
The giant sail and crocodile-like mouth of this animal led scientists to believe it may have been semi-aquatic.
What is Spinosaurus?
This marine reptile is the inspiration for the tales of the Loch Ness monster. Some think it still exists...
What is Plesiosaurus?
This early theropod dinosaur may have been quite the runner, despite its name.
What is Alwalkeria?
This large sauropod was quite brave, as its name means "Fear Nothing".
What is Dreadnoughtus?
This bi-pedal herbivore may have used the thick bony plate on its head just like rams use their horns. Its name is quite the tongue twister!
What is Pachycephalosaurus?
This dinosaur was the largest carnivore to ever exist on planet Earth; its name is quite the mouthful!
What is Giganotosaurus?
This large aquatic reptile is thought to be the most dangerous predator of the Jurassic oceans with its large flippers and crocodile-like mouth.
What is Liopleurodon?