Diplodocus skeleton
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Diplodocus skeleton
Weighing around 20 tonnes & reaching up to 26 metres in length Diplodocus is one of the worlds longest dinosaurs to have been discovered. It was first described by Marsh in 1878. Illustration by Jo Konopelko
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This illustration showcases the impressive anatomy of the Diplodocus, one of the longest dinosaurs ever discovered, weighing around 20 tonnes and reaching up to 26 metres in length. First described by Othniel Charles Marsh in 1878, this herbivorous dinosaur is a remarkable example of the diverse and fascinating creatures that roamed the Earth during the Jurassic and Mesozoic periods. The Diplodocus is a member of the Diplodocidae family, which is part of the larger Diplodocoidea superfamily. This dinosaur is classified as a diplodocid, a subgroup of the Diplodocidae. Its elongated and slender body is characterized by its distinctive long neck and tail, small head, and hip-mounted forelimbs. The Diplodocus was an archosaur, a group of reptiles that includes crocodiles, birds, and dinosaurs. It was also a diapsid, a subclass of reptiles characterized by having two openings, or diapsids, in the skull for the passage of the temporal arteries. The Diplodocus was further classified as a dinosaur, a subgroup of archosaurs that first appeared during the Mesozoic Era. The Diplodocus was a herbivore, meaning it primarily consumed plants for food. Its long neck and tail would have helped it to reach high branches and maneuver through its environment. The Diplodocus' skeleton, as depicted in this illustration, reveals the intricate details of its anatomy, providing a glimpse into the complex adaptations that allowed this dinosaur to thrive during the Phanerozoic Con, a geological period that began 541 million years ago and continues to the present day. This stunning illustration, created by the talented artist Jo Konopelko, offers a captivating and accurate representation of the Diplodocus, transporting us back in time to the Jurassic period and inviting us to explore the wonders of the natural world.
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