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Thescelosaurus

Known for Adaptability

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Basic Information
Physical Characteristics
Classification
Facts
Scientific Data

Historical Context
Scientific Classification
Behavioral Characteristics
Basic Info
Characteristics
Evaluation
Alternatives
FAQ

Basic Information

Diet Type 🥩

"Primary feeding behavior and dietary preferences of the dinosaur, indicating whether it was a meat-eater, plant-eater, or had a mixed diet"

Herbivore

The diet of Thescelosaurus is Herbivore Describes dinosaurs that exclusively ate plants and vegetation Click to see all.
Scientific Name 🦖

Unique formal name given to each dinosaur species which includes genus and species designation,Used for taxonomic identification and classification in scientific literature

Thescelosaurus Neglectus

The scientific name of Thescelosaurus is Thescelosaurus Neglectus. A small bipedal herbivore from the Late Cretaceous period Click to see all.

Physical Characteristics

Length 📏

"Maximum recorded length of the dinosaur from head to tail"

4 meters

Thescelosaurus measured 4 meters in length Click to see all.
Length Type 📏

"Classification of dinosaur size based on total length"

Medium (3-10M)

Thescelosaurus was a Medium (3-10M) sized dinosaur Medium-sized dinosaurs between 3 and 10 meters in length Click to see all.
Distinguishing Features 🦄

Key physical characteristics that make the dinosaur species unique,Important for identification and classification

Bipedal

The distinguishing features of Thescelosaurus are Bipedal. These dinosaurs walked on two legs like modern birds Click to see all.

Small Head

The distinguishing features of Thescelosaurus are Small Head. Small-headed dinosaurs often balanced their body weight efficiently, particularly in long-necked species Click to see all.

Stiff Tail

The distinguishing features of Thescelosaurus are Stiff Tail. Stiff tails helped with balance and movement, particularly in bipedal dinosaurs Click to see all.

Classification

For whom 👩

Target audience interested in this dinosaur species

Students

Thescelosaurus would be particularly interesting for Students. Dinosaurs that help students learn about paleontology and evolution Click to see all.
Purpose 📚

Primary purposes and uses of studying this dinosaur

Educational Programs

Thescelosaurus is primarily studied for Educational Programs. Dinosaurs well-suited for teaching paleontology and prehistoric life Click to see all.

Facts

Interesting Fact 🧐

Fascinating scientific or historical information about the dinosaur

One specimen may preserve soft tissue
Sarcastic Fact 🤣

Humorous or ironic observation about the dinosaur

The most average dinosaur ever

Scientific Data

Fossil Completeness 🦴

Rating of how complete the fossil record is for this dinosaur

7

The fossil completeness score for Thescelosaurus is 7. Click to see all.
Research Value 🔬

Rating of the scientific importance and research potential

7

The research value score for Thescelosaurus is 7. Click to see all.
Educational Value 📚

Rating of the dinosaur's value for educational purposes

6

The educational value score for Thescelosaurus is 6. Click to see all.
Public Interest 👥

Rating of general public interest and popularity

5

The public interest score for Thescelosaurus is 5. Click to see all.
Score ⭐

Overall rating combining various scoring attributes

6.3

The overall score for Thescelosaurus is 6.3. Click to see all.

Historical Context

Time Period 🕗

"Geological time period during which the dinosaur existed, helping place it in Earth's prehistoric timeline"

Late Cretaceous

Thescelosaurus lived during the Late Cretaceous Dinosaurs that lived during the final period before extinction Click to see all.
Discovery Location 🌍

Geographic location where the first fossils of the dinosaur species were found,Important for understanding paleobiogeography and fossil distribution

South Dakota USA

The discovery location of Thescelosaurus is South Dakota USA. South Dakota's formations contain well-preserved Late Cretaceous dinosaurs Click to see all.

Scientific Classification

Family Classification 🦕

Scientific family classification that groups related dinosaur genera,Important for understanding evolutionary relationships

Thescelosauridae

The family classification of Thescelosaurus is Thescelosauridae. Thescelosauridae were small, bipedal herbivores adapted for quick movement. Click to see all.

Behavioral Characteristics

Social Behavior 🐣

Known or strongly theorized social behaviors and interactions within the species,Based on fossil evidence and comparative analysis

Social Groups

The social behavior of Thescelosaurus was Social Groups. Dinosaurs that lived in organized social structures with defined roles Click to see all.

Basic Info

Made In Date 🕒

The geological period when the dinosaur existed

Late Cretaceous

Thescelosaurus existed during the Late Cretaceous. Late Cretaceous dinosaurs showcase peak dinosaur diversity before extinction Click to see all.
Made In 🌎

The geographical locations where fossils of this dinosaur were discovered

North America

Fossils of Thescelosaurus were found in North America. Dinosaurs discovered in North America showcase unique adaptations to the continent's diverse environments Click to see all.

Evaluation

Pros ✅

Advantages and positive aspects of studying this dinosaur

Well-Preserved Specimens

Common Finds

Frequently found dinosaur fossils that provide extensive research opportunities Click to see all.
Cons ❌

Disadvantages and challenges in studying this dinosaur

Limited Uniqueness

Species without highly distinctive features from their relatives Click to see all.

Basic Features

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Lambeosaurus

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Edmontosaurus

Known for Duck-Billed Dinosaur Adaptations

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Massospondylus

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Parasaurolophus

Known for Sound Communication

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Styracosaurus

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Triceratops

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Ankylosaurus

Known for Armored Defense

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FAQ about Thescelosaurus

Thescelosaurus

Known for Adaptability

Table of content

Basic Information

Diet Type 🥩

Scientific Name 🦖

Physical Characteristics

Length 📏

Length Type 📏

Distinguishing Features 🦄

Classification

For whom 👩

Purpose 📚

Facts

Interesting Fact 🧐

Sarcastic Fact 🤣

Scientific Data

Fossil Completeness 🦴

Research Value 🔬

Educational Value 📚

Public Interest 👥

Score ⭐

Historical Context

Time Period 🕗

Discovery Location 🌍

Scientific Classification

Family Classification 🦕

Behavioral Characteristics

Social Behavior 🐣

Basic Info

Made In Date 🕒

Made In 🌎

Evaluation

Pros ✅

Cons ❌

FAQ about Thescelosaurus