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Archosaur Collection (#9)

Step into the prehistoric world of archosaurs and discover the wonders of ancient life

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Maiasaura with young

Maiasaura with young
An animated model of the dinosaur Miasaura, created by Kokoro Ltd. for the Natural History Museum, London. This dinosaur whose name meand good mother lizard lived during the Upper Cretaceous 60-85 mya

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Dromaeosaurus, Fuzzy Raptor

Dromaeosaurus, Fuzzy Raptor
An animatronic model of the fuzzy raptor or dromaeosaurus created by Kokoro of Japan for the Natural History Museum. The fuzzy raptor was a small dinosaur covered in branched feathers

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Maiasaura

Maiasaura
Outline illustration of a Maiasaura

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Massospondylus

Massospondylus
Outline illustration of a Massospondylus

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Orodromeus

Orodromeus
Outline illustration of an Orodromeus

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Tenontosaurus

Tenontosaurus
Outline illustration of a Tenontosaurus

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Centrosaurus

Centrosaurus
Outline Illustration of a Centrosaurus

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Troodon

Troodon
Outline illustration of a Troodon

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Camarasaurus

Camarasaurus
Outline Illustration of a Camarasaurus

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Ceratosaurus & Apatosaurus

Ceratosaurus & Apatosaurus
Ceratosaurus overlooks a herd of Apatosaurus. Ceratosaurus was a large powerful predator with long curved fangs. Apatosaurus was one of the largest herbivores growing to 21 metres in length

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Crocodylus porosus, saltwater crocodile

Crocodylus porosus, saltwater crocodile
Photograph of a saltwater crocodile (Crocodylus porosus) skull

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Diplodocus carnegii, presented by Mr Andrew Carnegie and unv

Diplodocus carnegii, presented by Mr Andrew Carnegie and unv
The Reptile Gallery of The Natural History Museum, London (the Diplodocus exhibit was subsequently rehoused in the Museums Central Hall)

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Diplodocus & Triceratops

Diplodocus & Triceratops

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Pachyrhinosaurus

Pachyrhinosaurus
This dinosaur, whose name means thick nosed lizard was a herbivore living during the Upper Cretaceous period, 76-74 million years ago

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Edmontosaurus skin

Edmontosaurus skin
A specimen of fossilized skin that once belonged to the dinosaur, Edmontosaurus, a member of the Hadrosaur family. It was discovered in Wyoming, USA and dates back to around 67 million years ago

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Tuojiangosaurus

Tuojiangosaurus
A skeleton of the dinosaur Tuojiangosaurus on display in the Natural History Museum. This dinosaur lived around 157 to 154 million years ago and its fossils have been discovered in China

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Lesothosaurus

Lesothosaurus
This dinosaur was a bipedal herbivore. It lived between 205 and 180 million years ago during the Lower Jurassic period. It was a small, (1 metre in lengh) primative ornithopod

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Gallimimus, Tyrannosaurus & Diplodocus

Gallimimus, Tyrannosaurus & Diplodocus
Gallimimus (top left). This was a 6 metre long omnivore which lived 74 mya. Tyrannosaurus (top right), the famous carnivore lived 67 mya, and Diplodocus (bottom)

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Iguanodon atherfieldensis

Iguanodon atherfieldensis
This is one of the most complete skeletons of an Iguanodon discovered in the British Isles. It was collected by R.W. Hardy in 1917 in the shales on the Isle of Wight

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Diplodocus, Euoplocephalus & Hypsilophodon

Diplodocus, Euoplocephalus & Hypsilophodon
Euoplocephalus (top left). This was an armoured herbivore living 76 mya. Hypsilophodon (tor right) was an earlier, bipedal herbivore which lived 125 mya

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Ceratosaurus

Ceratosaurus
Anterior skeleton of the bipedal carnivorous dinosaur, Ceretosaurus, mounted for display at the US National Museum of Natural History, Washington DC. This dinosaur lived 150 to 144 million years ago

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Dinner in the Iguanodon model

Dinner in the Iguanodon model
An engraving of a dinner being held at the Crystal Palace inside the first full sized model of an Iguanodon made by Waterhouse Hawkins in 1853

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Edmontosaurus regalis skeleton

Edmontosaurus regalis skeleton
Fossil skeleton of Edmontosaurus regalis in its death position still half buried in sandstone rock. Dates back to the Upper Cretaceous perido, about 71 million years old. Discovered in Alberta, Canada

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Iguanodon reconstruction by Gideon Mantell

Iguanodon reconstruction by Gideon Mantell

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Proceratosaurus fossil skull

Proceratosaurus fossil skull
A fossil skull that belonged to Proceratosaurus, a carnivorous, dinosaur from the suborder of Theropods that lived during the Middle Jurassic period around 169 - 164 mya

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Iguanodon model, 1990s

Iguanodon model, 1990s
Studies show that the weight of Iguanodons body was counterbalanced by the heavy tail and that it was able to move on two or four legs. They lived between 140 and 110 million years ago

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Ankylosaur skin nodule

Ankylosaur skin nodule
This nodule would have been attached to the dinosaurs back by its flat base with the broad ridge providing protection. The Ankylosaurs were a family of dinosaurs characterised by thick bony plated

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Polacanthus skin impression

Polacanthus skin impression
Knobbly skin impression from the armoured dinosaur, Polacanthus. This dinosaur lived around 125 million years ago during the Lower Cretaceous. Its fossils have been found in the Isle of Wight, UK

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Hypsilophodon leg

Hypsilophodon leg
Cross section model to show how Hypsilophodons large, strong leg-moving muscles were concentrated on the thigh and hip to allow the long lower leg to swing fast through a long stride

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Heterodontosaurus skull

Heterodontosaurus skull
The skull of a Heterodontosaurus dinosaur that lived around 105 million years ago. It was discovered in South Africa and measures 10 cms in length. The total body lengh would have been 90 cms

Background imageArchosaur Collection: Iguanodon model at Crystal Palace

Iguanodon model at Crystal Palace
A concrete model of the Iguanodon, as conceived by Professor Sir Richard Owen. It is located in the grounds of Crystal Palace, London and was worked on by Waterhouse Hawkins and Joseph Paxton in 1854




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Step into the prehistoric world of archosaurs and discover the wonders of ancient life. Marvel at the Archaeopteryx fossil, Berlin specimen C016 / 5071, a remarkable link between dinosaurs and birds. Encounter the mighty Triceratops, with its iconic three horns and bony frill. Don't forget to take something home with you from the Natural History Shop - a piece of history to cherish forever. And don't miss out on exploring the Crystal Palace Dinosaur Models, intricately crafted replicas that bring these magnificent creatures back to life. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Iguanodon and Hylaeosaurus as you learn about their incredible adaptations for survival. Dive deep into ancient seas alongside Ichthyosaurr, Plesiosaurus, and Pterodactylus - marveling at their unique forms. Transport yourself back in time with a scene straight out of Wealden Times - witness how these archosaurs roamed freely in Crystal Palace Park during restorations. Discover The Wealden's rich history as it unfolds before your eyes. Uncover lesser-known species like Scleromochlus, Diplodocus, Polacanthus, and Corythosaurus - each holding its own secrets waiting to be unraveled by curious minds. Embark on an unforgettable journey through time as you explore archosaurs – creatures that once ruled our planet with awe-inspiring might.