Discovery and Identification
Where were the giant arms of Deinocheirus discovered?
Omnogovi, an area in Mongolia's Gobi Desert.
How long was Deinocheirus?
11 meters.
Was Deinocheirus a predator?
No, it was not a predator.
In what year were the giant arms of Deinocheirus found?
1965.
How much did Deinocheirus weigh?
6,000 kilograms.
What did Deinocheirus probably eat?
Fish, small animals, and soft plants.
How long were the claws of Deinocheirus?
Over 25 centimeters long.
What was unique about Deinocheirus's back?
It had a rounded hump or "sail."
Why do paleontologists believe Deinocheirus had long arms?
To dig for food or to pull down high branches.
What does the name Deinocheirus mean?
Terrible hand.
What did Deinocheirus's head look like?
Similar to a horse's head.
Could Deinocheirus move quickly?
No, it couldn't move quickly.
What did paleontologists use to estimate the body size of Deinocheirus before more fossils were found?
Deinocheirus's arms.
What type of dinosaur was Deinocheirus?
Ornithomimosaur.
What is one reason why some scientists might find the discovery of Deinocheirus's full appearance a bit sad?
Because the mystery of its appearance is now gone.