Lophorhothon
Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Ornithopoda · Infraorder: Iguanodontia · Family: Hadrosauridae
Fragmentary remains were discovered in Alabama. Lophorhothon had a toothless beak, batteries of cheek teeth, and a bony hump above its short snout.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Lophorhothon mean?
The name Lophorhothon means “Crested Nose”. It is pronounced lo-for-HO-thon.
When did Lophorhothon live?
Lophorhothon lived during the Late Cretaceous.
Was Lophorhothon a carnivore or a herbivore?
Lophorhothon was a herbivore.
How big was Lophorhothon?
Lophorhothon was about 14.8 feet (4.5 meters) long.
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