Thescelosaurus
Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Ornithopoda · Family: Hypsilophodontidae
Thescelosaurus has been found in South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Alberta and Saskatchewan, Canada. an ornithopod that closely resembled Parksosaurus, Thescelosaurus had five toes on each foot with hoof-like claws, a long tail, and rows of bony studs down its back.
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 Thescelosaurus mean?
The name Thescelosaurus means “Marvelous Lizard”. It is pronounced theh-SEL-uh-SAWR-us.
Was Thescelosaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Thescelosaurus was a herbivore.
How big was Thescelosaurus?
Thescelosaurus was about 11.5 feet (3.5 meters) long, around 3 feet (0.9 meters) at the hips tall.
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