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Kentrosaurus

Herbivorous dinosaur from the Late Jurassic period of Tanzania.

A medium-sized herbivorous dinosaur from the Late Jurassic period of Tanzania. It's known for its prominent, spiny ridge along its back and tail, likely used for defense against predators like Ceratosaurus.

Etymology

Kentrosaurus is derived from Greek, meaning 'pointed lizard'.

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Kentrosaurus was a plant-eating dinosaur that lived in Tanzania during the Late Jurassic period, known for having spikes and plates along its back.

Fun Facts

Only a few Kentrosaurus fossils have been found
It is related to stegosaurs, but smaller
Its spikes may have been used for defense

FAQ

What does Kentrosaurus mean? Meaning 'pointed lizard', it was named for its prominent spikes
Where did Kentrosaurus live? Fossils have been found in Tanzania, Africa
When did Kentrosaurus live? It lived during the Late Jurassic period

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

dinosaur herbivore

Meronyms — Parts or Components

spines plates

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

Late Jurassic period

Indexes

dinosaur extinct prehistoric animal

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