Haolonggood Wuerhosaurus Shiyong measures:
6.7" L x 1.8" W x 2.4" H.
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Wuerhosaurus Information:
Wuerhosaurus is a genus of herbivorous dinosaur that lived during the Late Jurassic period, approximately 160 to 155 million years ago. It was a member of the Stegosauria group, which is characterized by its distinctive double row of large bony plates along its back and the spiked tail known as the thagomizer. The first fossils of Wuerhosaurus were discovered in the Shishugou Formation of Xinjiang, China. Several species of Wuerhosaurus have been identified, including Wuerhosaurus homheni and Wuerhosaurus ordosensis. Wuerhosaurus was a relatively large stegosaurid dinosaur, but its exact size varied between species. It could reach lengths of up to 23 feet (7 meters) and stand about 9 feet (2.7 meters) tall. Like all stegosaurs, Wuerhosaurus had a row of large, bony plates that ran along its back. These plates likely played a role in temperature regulation, display, or defense. Its most distinctive feature was the thagomizer, a set of sharp, tail-spikes at the end of its tail. These spikes were likely used for defense against predators. Wuerhosaurus, like other stegosaurs, was primarily a herbivore. It would have fed on low-lying plants, such as ferns, cycads, and conifers, using its peg-like teeth to strip leaves from branches. It is believed that Wuerhosaurus lived in small herds or family groups, which would have provided protection against predators like Allosaurus. Wuerhosaurus lived during the Late Jurassic period, specifically in the Kimmeridgian and Tithonian stages, which lasted from about 160 to 145 million years ago. Wuerhosaurus is classified within the family Stegosauridae, which includes other famous stegosaurs like Stegosaurus and Kentrosaurus. The discovery of Wuerhosaurus fossils in Asia has contributed to our understanding of the distribution and evolution of stegosaurs during the Late Jurassic period. Overall, Wuerhosaurus is an interesting dinosaur genus known for its iconic plated back and thagomizer, which served as defensive adaptations against predators. The fossils of Wuerhosaurus have provided valuable insights into the diversity of dinosaurs during the Late Jurassic period and their adaptations for survival.
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