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Iguanodon

Iguanodon

Iguanodon is a genus of large, herbivorous ornithopod, weighing around 3.2 tonnes and growing up to 8m long. This dinosaur’s name translates to ‘iguana tooth’, as its teeth bear a strong resemblance to those of an iguana – broad and flat, to help them chew tough vegetation. Iguanodon’s hands feature large spikes on the thumbs, which help it to protect itself from predators.

Information

Era
jurassic
Family
iguanodontidae
Genus
hadrosaurid
Diet
Herbivore