Stegosaurus skull
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Stegosaurus skull
A cast of a fossil skull that belonged to Stegosaurus stenops, an Upper Jurassic dinosaur that lived 155 to 144 million years ago. The original fossil was discovered in the USA
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This print showcases a detailed cast of the fossilized skull of Stegosaurus stenops, an iconic dinosaur that roamed the Earth during the Upper Jurassic period, approximately 155 to 144 million years ago. The original fossil was unearthed in the United States, offering a glimpse into the rich prehistoric history of North America. Stegosaurus stenops is an intriguing member of the Dinosauria, a group of archosaurians characterized by their diapsid anatomy, which includes a dual opening in the skull for the nostrils and eye sockets. This dinosaur is classified as an ornithischian, a subgroup of dinosaurs characterized by their ornithischian condition, which includes a beak-like snout and a unique hip structure. The Stegosaurus stenops was a herbivorous, armored dinosaur with distinctive plates along its back and a spiked tail. Its skull, as depicted in this print, reveals the complex anatomy of this fascinating creature. The skull's features include large, eye-catching eye sockets, a prominent brow ridge, and a series of plates along the skull roof. This cast is a testament to the rich fossil record of the Mesozoic Era, a time when dinosaurs, along with other archosauromorphs such as the diapsids and archosaurians, dominated the Earth's ecosystems. The discovery and study of fossils, like this Stegosaurus stenops skull, provide valuable insights into the anatomy, evolution, and diversity of life during the Phanerozoic Con, a geological period marked by the presence of abundant fossil life. The Stegosaurus stenops skull print serves as a reminder of the awe-inspiring creatures that once inhabited our planet, and the ongoing discoveries that continue to expand our understanding of Earth's natural history.
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