Corythosaurus
Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Ornithopoda · Infraorder: Iguanodontia · Family: Hadrosauridae
Corythosaurus had a hollow, helmet-shaped crest atop its long, narrow head. Though its beak-shaped snout had no teeth, its cheeks were lined with batteries of plant-grinding teeth. Thisdinosaur was discovered in Alberta, Canada.
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Reference background: Natural History Museum, London — Dinosaurs; Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History — Dinosaurs; American Museum of Natural History — Dinosaurs & Fossils. Figures are typical published ranges; taxonomy follows the source era and modern consensus is noted where it differs. See our sources & fact-check policy.
Frequently asked questions
What does Corythosaurus mean?
The name Corythosaurus means “Helmet Lizard”. It is pronounced ko-RITH-uh-SAWR-us.
When did Corythosaurus live?
Corythosaurus lived during the Late Cretaceous.
Was Corythosaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Corythosaurus was a herbivore.
How big was Corythosaurus?
Corythosaurus was about 30 feet (9.1 meters) long, around 21 feet (6.4 meters) tall, weighing up to 4,000 - 8,860 lbs (1,814 - 4,019 kg).
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