Hylaeosauruss
Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Thyreophora · Infraorder: Ankylosauria · Family: Nodosauridae
Hylaeosaurus had rows of horny, triangular-shaped spines running down its back. For further protection against predators, its hips were covered with a bony plate. Hylaeosaurusis one of the first three dinosaurs to be named, the other two beingIguanodon and Megalosaurus.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Hylaeosauruss mean?
The name Hylaeosauruss means “Woodland Lizard”. It is pronounced hy-LAY-uh-SAWR-us.
When did Hylaeosauruss live?
Hylaeosauruss lived during the Early Cretaceous.
Was Hylaeosauruss a carnivore or a herbivore?
Hylaeosauruss was a herbivore.
How big was Hylaeosauruss?
Hylaeosauruss was about 15 feet (4.6 meters) long, around 6 feet (1.8 meters) tall.
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