Iguanodon
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Iguanodon
Iguanodon bernissartensis
Iguanodon was a prehistoric dinosaur known for its distinctive features. Scientists study its bones to learn about how dinosaurs lived.
Habitat: Mesozoic forests and floodplains
Appearance
The Iguanodon has a robust body and powerful hind legs, allowing it to walk on two or four legs. Its skin was likely mottled green or brown, blending with foliage. A distinctive large, conical thumb spike on each hand sets it apart.
KingdomAnimalia
Category
AncientRarity
Legendary
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
It walked on its middle three toes, much like a giant bird!
Its name means 'iguana tooth,' resembling a modern iguana's teeth!
Scientists first thought its thumb spike was a horn on its nose!
The first nearly complete dinosaur skeleton ever found in Europe was an Iguanodon!
Special abilities
Ability
Stab Defender
Iguanodon has a sharp thumb spike on each hand that helps them defend against predators or strip tough plants.
Ability
Versatile Strider
Iguanodon can walk on two or four legs, thanks to strong limbs, to run or graze efficiently.
Ability
Plant Shredder
Iguanodon has a strong horny beak and grinding teeth to efficiently chew tough plant material.
Measurements & details
- Estimated Length
- 9-11 m
- Estimated Weight
- 3000-5000 kg
- Era
- Mesozoic (Early Cretaceous)
- Extinct Millions Years Ago
- 110
Diet & Feeding
A giant plant-eater, Iguanodon munched on tough leaves and branches with its strong beak.
Primary Foods
- Cycads
- Ferns
- Conifers
- Horsetails
- Early flowering plants
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Baryonyx
Baryonyx walkeri
hunted along ancient rivers
eaten by
Neovenator
Neovenator salerii
stalked prey in ancient forests
eaten by
Valdoraptor
Valdoraptor oweni
scavenged carrion in its habitat
Traits
Ancient
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Artifact
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Fossil
A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of an ancient organism embedded in rock or other geological deposits.
Also known as
Iguanodon bernissartensis
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
While extremely dangerous in their time, this creature is now extinct.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Iguanodon?
9-11 m
How much does Iguanodon weigh?
3000-5000 kg
What does Iguanodon eat?
A giant plant-eater, Iguanodon munched on tough leaves and branches with its strong beak.
Where is Iguanodon usually found?
Mesozoic forests and floodplains
How does Iguanodon hunt?
Foraging
What geologic era did Iguanodon live in?
Mesozoic (Early Cretaceous)
When did Iguanodon go extinct?
110
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