Tuojiangosaurus
Order: Ornithischia · Suborder: Thyreophora · Infraorder: Stegosauria · Family: Stegosauridae
The first plated dinosaur known in China, Tuojiangosaurusresembled Stegosaurus but had smaller plates. It had two pairs of sharp spikes on its tail.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Tuojiangosaurus mean?
The name Tuojiangosaurus means “Tuojiang Lizard”. It is pronounced too-HWANG-o-SAWR-us.
When did Tuojiangosaurus live?
Tuojiangosaurus lived during the Late Jurassic.
Was Tuojiangosaurus a carnivore or a herbivore?
Tuojiangosaurus was a herbivore.
How big was Tuojiangosaurus?
Tuojiangosaurus was about 30 feet (9.1 meters) long, around 11 feet (3.4 meters) tall, weighing up to 6,000 pounds (2,700 kg).
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