Lanzhousaurus Dinosaur was a member of the Iguanodontians, a group of herbivorous dinosaurs characterized by their large body size and low, bulky heads. Lanzhousaurus was discovered in Lanzhou, China in 1998. It was identified by a single individual, but numerous specimens of the species have since been recovered, shedding light on its physical characteristics and lifestyle.
The most diagnostic feature of Lanzhousaurus is its horns; the large, domed head of the animal was fringed with two bony knobs that extended from the back of its skull and forward to the tip of its snout. Its body was also rugged, with robust, strong forelimbs and a large pie shaped tail. Its armored, club-like tail spikes formed four to five rows along its back.
Lanzhousaurus Facts :
| Name: | Lanzhousaurus Dinosaurs |
| Size: | 10 meters |
| Main Facts: | Lanzhousaurus is a genus of dinosaur that lived during the Early Cretaceous Period, approximately 131 million to 97 million years ago. |
Lanzhousaurus was approximately 10 meters long, making it the longest member of the iguanodont family. It weighed an estimated 4 to 6 tons. Its massive frame was well suited for its herbivorous lifestyle; it likely fed on low-lying vegetation, roots, and shoots with its large jaws and strong teeth. Lanzhousaurus was not as fast as some of its contemporaries, but it was heavily defended against predators with its armor, size, and tail club. It also had powerful forelimbs that it could use to defend itself.
The social aspects of Lanzhousaurus are hardest to determine due to the lack of evidence. However, there is evidence that suggests they may have lived in herds or small family units. Despite its large size and defensive features, Lanzhousaurus was unable to cope with the changing landscape of the Early Cretaceous, and eventually succumbed to extinction. Today, it is remembered as an important example of an Iguanodontian that survived throughout the Mesozoic Era.
