Saurolophus
Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Ornithopoda · Infraorder: Iguanodontia · Family: Hadrosauridae
Found in North America and China, this duck-billeddinosaur had a bony spike projecting from the back of its head. Saurolophus is well-known from very complete remains, including skin casts.
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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 Saurolophus mean?
The name Saurolophus means “Crested (or Ridged) Lizard”. It is pronounced SAWR-OL-o-fus.
When did Saurolophus live?
Saurolophus lived during the Late Cretaceous.
Was Saurolophus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Saurolophus was a herbivore.
How big was Saurolophus?
Saurolophus was about 31.8 feet (9.7 meters) long, around 17 feet (5.2 meters) tall.
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