Cerapoda Collection

Triceratops
The three-horned dinosaur which lived during the Upper Cretaceous period, 67 to 65 million years ago. It grew up to 9 metres in length and fossils have been discovered in USA

The Wealden, restorations, Crystal Palace Park
Original artwork by Walter Ray Woods for Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins

Iguanodon and Hylaeosaurus
Sheet 3 of a series of posters by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins c. 1862, showing Iguanodon and Hylaeosaurus. Date: circa 1862

Corythosaurus
The Corythosaurus, meaning Corinthian helmet lizard, was a bipedal herbivorous dinosaur that lived during the Upper Cretaceous period, 76 to 74 million years ago

Iguanodon
This dinosaur was a large bipedal herbivore which stood 14 feet high and 30 feet long. It lived during the Lower Cretactous around 140 to 110 million years ago

Parasaurolophus skeleton
This dinosaur which grew up to 10 metres in length had a large crest over the top of its head which extended over a metre. It lived during the Upper Cretaceous period, 76 to 74 mya

Restorations of secondary period animals
Original artwork by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, donated by his granddaughter Mary Hawkins

Iguanodon & Megalosaurus
Iguanodon was a bipedal herbivorous dinosaur that lived 140-110 million years ago. Less is known about the Megalosaurus, but it lived a little earlier than Iguanodon as a large carnivorous dinosaur

Dinosaurs
An illustration showing, Apatosaurus (formerly known as Brontosaurus), Tyrannosaurus, Triceratops and Euoplocephalus and Ornithomimosaurus

Triceratop dinosaur skeleton C016 / 5928
Triceratops skeleton. Model skeleton of a Triceratops prorsus dinosaur. Photographed at the Natural History Museum, London, UK, in 1907

Triceratops, dinosaur, large and, skeleton, skull, and series of head illustrations

Tyrannosaurus rex attacking an Einiosaurus dinosaur amongst onychiopsis and wollemia pine trees

Triceratops skin detail
Detail of showing skin texture of an animated model of the dinosaur Triceratops created by Kokoro of Japan for the Natural History Museum, London (3/4 scale)

Ceratosaurus, Coelurosaur, Camptosaurus, Stegosaurus, Brachio
A Ceratosaurus feeds on a dead Apatosaurus as do two small Coelurosaurs (Coelurus). Behind L-R are 2 Camptosaurus, Stegosaurus, Brachiosaurus and another Apatosaurus

Psittacosaurus skull
A fossil skull that belonged to the parrot-beaked like dinosaur, Psittacosaurus. It lived during the lower Cretaceous period aroun 120 - 100 million years ago

Parasaurolophus
This dinosaur which grew up to 10 metres in length had a large crest over the top of its head which extended over a metre. It lived during the Upper Cretaceous period, 76 to 74 mya

The comparative sizes of extinct animals
Printed poster, unknown author

Invitation to Dinner in Iguanodon 31 / 12 / 1853
Original artwork by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, donated by his granddaughter Mary Hawkins

Triceratops horn
Triceratops which lived during the Upper Cretaceous period, 67 to 65 million years ago had three horns. It grew up to 9 metres in length and fossils have been discovered in USA

Iguanodon femur
A fossil femur, or thigh bone that once belong to the bipedal herbivorous dinosaur, Iguanodon. This specimen shows marks where muscles were once attached to the bone

Styracosaurus dinosaurs confront a Tyrannosaurus Rex
A herd of Styracosaurus dinosaurs confronting a carnivorous Tyrannosaurus Rex during the Cretaceous period

An adult Pentaceratops compared to a modern adult White Rhinoceros
An adult Pentaceratops from 75 million years ago is compared to a modern adult White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum). The Pentaceratops is 8 feet tall at the shoulder and weighs 13, 000 pounds

An adult Triceratops compared to a modern adult White Rhinoceros
An adult Triceratops from 68 million years ago is compared to a modern adult White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum). The Triceratops is nearly 10 feet tall at the shoulder and weighs 25, 000 pounds

Parasaurolophus skull
A fossil skull belonging to the dinosaur Parasaurolophus on display at the Natural History Museum, London. This large crested dinosaur lived around 70 million years ago during the Upper Cretaceous

The Country of the Iguanodon
Frontispiece by John Martin from The Wonders of Geology, Volume 1, 1857 by Gideon Mantell (1790-1852). Gideon Mantell was a palaeontologist who discovered Iguanodon fossils in England

Iguanodon skeleton
An illustration of an Iguanodon, a herbivorous dinosaur whose fossil remains have been in many parts of the world making it one of the most successful of all dinosaur species

Pachycephalosaurus skull
A fossil skull that once belonged to the dinosaur, Pachycephalosaurus. It features a huge dome of bone which may have protected the brain. The skull is also covered in decorative bony studs

Maiasaura with nest of eggs and hatchlings
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

Dinosaur footprints at Swanage
Fossilised footprint of a dinosaur dating back to around 135 million years ago from a Purbeck Stone quarry near Swanage, Dorset, UK. Scientists believe that they may have belonged to the Iguanodon

Iguanodon tooth
Original Iguanodon tooth found by Dr. and Mrs. Mantell. Iguanodon was a large plant eater with cheek teeth for grinding vegetation and hoof-like claws

Hypsilophodon skull
Hypsilophodons narrow mouth would have been suitable for picking out soft shoots and leaves. Narrow mouths allow animals to select food with more care. This specimen lived 125 million years ago

Hypsilophodon foot
Hypsilophodons upper foot bones were long and the lower foot thin and flexible, very like todays running birds. This specimen which was discovered in England dates back 125 million years to

Dinosaurs in natural habitat

Dinosaurs and birds on swampy landscape

A reptoid using telepathy to communicate with a Albertaceratops dinosaur

A herd of Albertaceratops grazing on a Cretaceous landscape

Albertaceratops during their winter migration

Various dinosaurs of the Hell Creek Formation. Hell Creek Formation is a geologic formation spanning Montana, Wyoming, North Dakota and South Dakota

A Torosaurus dinosaur during Earths Cretaceous period

Confrontation between male Styracosaurus dinosaurs
A pair of male Styracosaurus dinosaurs involved In a territorial clash. The winner also wins the rights to breed with the herds females

Triceratops dinosaur, white background

Nedoceratops graze beneath a giant Oak Tree
Nedoceratops (formerly known as Diceratops) graze beneath a giant Oak tree 75 million years ago in what is today Wyoming. The ground birds on the right are from the predatory genus Avisaurus

An adult Zuniceratops compared to a modern adult White Rhinoceros
An adult Zuniceratops from 90 million years ago is compared to a modern adult White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum). The Zuniceratops is 3 feet tall at the shoulder and weighs 250 pounds

An adult Torosaurus compared to a modern adult White Rhinoceros
An adult Torosaurus from 75 million years ago is compared to a modern adult White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum). The Torosaurus is 6 and a half feet tall at the shoulder and weighs 10, 000 pounds

Two Diabloceratops dinosaurs fight for mating rights during the Cretaceous Period of Utah, North America

Zuniceratops dinosaurs drinking water from a river
Two Microraptor birds fly in to join another sitting on an old skeleton as Zuniceratops dinosaurs come down to the river for a drink

An adult Einiosaurus compared to a modern adult White Rhinoceros
An adult Einiosaurus from 77 million years ago is compared to a modern adult White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum). The Einiosaurus is 6 and a half feet tall at the shoulder and weighs 8

Two Nedoceratops dinosaurs walking to water puddle in the morning light

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"Cerapoda: Unveiling the Majestic World of Dinosaurs at Crystal Palace Park" Step into a prehistoric wonderland as you explore the fascinating realm of Cerapoda. This captivating exhibition takes you on a journey through time, showcasing some of the most iconic dinosaurs that once roamed our planet. Marvel at the mighty Triceratops, with its formidable horns and frilled head, standing tall amidst lush greenery. Immerse yourself in The Wealden, an ancient landscape where Iguanodon and Hylaeosaurus thrived alongside their colossal counterparts. Gaze upon meticulously crafted restorations that bring these long-extinct creatures back to life. From Corythosaurus with its distinctive crest to the awe-inspiring Parasaurolophus skeleton, each exhibit offers a glimpse into Earth's distant past. Witness astonishing reconstructions of secondary period animals like Iguanodon and Megalosaurus engaging in lifelike interactions. Feel dwarfed by Triceratop dinosaur skeleton C016/5928 as it towers above you, reminding us of their immense size and power. Discover lesser-known species such as Heterodontosaurus and Protoceratops – pint-sized but no less intriguing members of this diverse family. Compare their sizes to other extinct animals showcased here, highlighting just how extraordinary these ancient beings were. Embark on an educational adventure for all ages as Cerapoda transports you back millions of years ago when dinosaurs ruled the Earth. Let your imagination run wild amidst these incredible fossils and learn about our planet's rich history through this captivating exhibition at Crystal Palace Park.