Therizinosaurus
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Therizinosaurus
Therizinosaurus cheloniformis
Therizinosaurus 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 Therizinosaurus has incredibly long, curving claws on its forelimbs, giving it a fearsome appearance. Its body was likely covered in primitive feathers, possibly a shaggy brown or grey, and it walked upright on two sturdy legs, resembling a giant, feathered sloth.
KingdomAnimalia
Category
AncientRarity
Rare
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
It was a peaceful plant-eater, despite its scary look.
Its arms were longer than a person is tall!
Its name means 'scythe lizard' because of its giant claws!
These claws could grow over half a meter long!
Special abilities
Ability
Mega-Claw Reach
Therizinosaurus has huge, curved claws that help them strip leaves from tall trees or defend against large predators.
Ability
Feathered Camouflage
Therizinosaurus had a feathered body that helped them blend into dense forests and hide from lurking hunters.
Ability
Two-Legged Tower
Therizinosaurus could stand tall on its strong legs, reaching high branches to feast on juicy leaves others couldn't.
Measurements & details
- Estimated Length
- 9-10 m
- Estimated Weight
- 3000-5000 kg
- Era
- Late Cretaceous
- Extinct Millions Years Ago
- 66
Diet & Feeding
A gentle giant that munched on leaves and branches from ancient plants and trees.
Primary Foods
- Leaves
- Branches
- Cycads
- Conifers
- Fruits
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Tarbosaurus
Tarbosaurus bataar
A primary predator of large herbivores in its ecosystem.
eats
Ginkgo
Ginkgo biloba
A source of nutritious leaves and seeds in the Late Cretaceous.
eats
Ancient Sycamore
Platanus nobilis
Provided abundant foliage for large herbivores to browse upon.
symbiotic with
Deinocheirus
Deinocheirus mirificus
Competed for similar plant resources as another large herbivore.
Traits
Ancient
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Artifact
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Armored
Armored describes animals protected by a hard, external covering or shell for defense.
Fossil
A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of an ancient organism embedded in rock or other geological deposits.
Giant
Giant describes organisms or objects of significantly larger size than average for their species or type.
Also known as
Scythe Lizard
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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 Therizinosaurus?
9-10 m
How much does Therizinosaurus weigh?
3000-5000 kg
What does Therizinosaurus eat?
A gentle giant that munched on leaves and branches from ancient plants and trees.
Where is Therizinosaurus usually found?
Mesozoic forests and floodplains
How does Therizinosaurus hunt?
Foraging
What geologic era did Therizinosaurus live in?
Late Cretaceous
When did Therizinosaurus go extinct?
66
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