Lambeosaurus
Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Ornithopoda · Infraorder: Iguanodontia · Family: Hadrosauridae
Abundant Lambeosaurus remains have been discovered in Montana, Mexico, and Alberta, Canada. It is one of the few dinosaurs that left behind fossilized skin casts, which clearly indicated it's skin had a pebbly texture. Resembling Corythosaurus, Lambeosaurus' nostrils extended up from the snout and through its hollow crest. It was one of the largest hadrosaurs.
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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 Lambeosaurus mean?
The name Lambeosaurus means “Lambe's Lizard”. It is pronounced LAM-be-uh-SAWR-us.
When did Lambeosaurus live?
Lambeosaurus lived during the Late Cretaceous.
Was Lambeosaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Lambeosaurus was a herbivore.
How big was Lambeosaurus?
Lambeosaurus was about 40 feet (12.2 meters) long, around 20 feet (6.1 meters) tall, weighing up to 14,000 pounds (6,350 kg).
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