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Ceratosauria Collection

"Ceratosauria: Unveiling the Fierce Predators of Prehistoric Times" Step back in time to the fascinating world of dinosaurs, where mighty creatures roamed the Earth

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Iguanodon & Megalosaurus

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

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Megalosaurus

Megalosaurus
This was a carnivorous dinosaur that lived 140 million years ago during the Middle Jurassic. It grew up to 20 feet long and fossils have been discovered in the English Midlands and in Southern England

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Carnotaurus skeleton

Carnotaurus skeleton
This dinosaur lived around 70 million years ago during the Upper Cretaceous period. It grew up to 7.6 metres tall and fossils have been discovered in Argentina. Illustration by Jo Konopelko

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Ceratosaurus, Coelurosaur, Camptosaurus, Stegosaurus, Brachio

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

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Megalosaurus tooth

Megalosaurus tooth
A typical carnosaur tooth belonging to Megalosaurus. It is curved in shape, pointing backwards and has sharp, serrated edges for cutting meat. The Megalosaurus lived during the Middle Jurassic period

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Carnotaurus

Carnotaurus
This was a carnivore that lived during the Lower Cretaceous period, around 70 million years ago. Fossil evidence in the unusual form of skin has been discovered in Argentina

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Alluring Aucasaurus in grassland

Alluring Aucasaurus in grassland

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Prehistoric era dinosaurs of Niger drawn to scale

Prehistoric era dinosaurs of Niger drawn to scale

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Aucasaurus dinosaur roaring in the desert

Aucasaurus dinosaur roaring in the desert

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Aucasaurus dinosaur running in the grass

Aucasaurus dinosaur running in the grass

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Camarillasaurus cirugedae, Early Cretaceous of Spain

Camarillasaurus cirugedae, Early Cretaceous of Spain

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Three Aucasaurus dinosaurs running in the desert

Three Aucasaurus dinosaurs running in the desert on a beautiful day

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Aucasaurus dinosaur isolated on white background

Aucasaurus dinosaur isolated on white background

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Spinostropheus gautieri, Middle Jurassic of Niger

Spinostropheus gautieri, Middle Jurassic of Niger

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Aucasaurus dinosaur running on the green grass with mouth open

Aucasaurus dinosaur running on the green grass with mouth open

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: An Abelisaurus moves stealthily though the forest

An Abelisaurus moves stealthily though the forest. Abelisaurus was a theropod dinosaur from the Late Cretaceous Period of what is now South America

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Aucasaurus dinosaur roaring in the desert by sunset

Aucasaurus dinosaur roaring in the desert by sunset

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Aucasaurus running along the shore

Aucasaurus running along the shore

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Megalosaurus dinosaur jaw C016 / 5697

Megalosaurus dinosaur jaw C016 / 5697
Megalosaurus jaw. Fragment of a lower jaw from the carnivorous dinosaur Megalosaurus. Throughout the dinosaurs life young teeth pushed up to replace old teeth

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Fossil torvosaurus dinosaur claw C016 / 5621

Fossil torvosaurus dinosaur claw C016 / 5621
Fossil torvosaurus dinosaur claw. Torvosaurus, whose name means savage lizard, was a carnivore that lived during the upper Jurassic period. Its fossils have been found in Colorado, USA

Background imageCeratosauria 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 imageCeratosauria 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 imageCeratosauria Collection: Dilophosaurus

Dilophosaurus
The Dilophosaurus, meaning double crested lizard was a fast predatory dinosaur which lived about 200 to 189 million years ago during the Lower Jurassic. Fossils have been found in Arizona, USA

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Lower Jurassic dinosaurs discovered in England

Lower Jurassic dinosaurs discovered in England
An illustration showing scene in Lower Jurassic (175 - 200 mya) South England, featuring a Megalosaurus (above) catching sight of a possible victim, the primitive ornithischian Scelidosaurus dinosaur

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Megalosaurus thigh bone

Megalosaurus thigh bone
A human thigh-bone figured as item 4 on TAB VIII by Dr. R Plot in The Natural History of Oxfordshire in 1677 is actually a dinosaur thigh-bone, probably Megalosaurus

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Megalosaurus jaw

Megalosaurus jaw
A fragment of a lower jaw that once belonged to the carnivorous dinosaur Megalosaurus. Throughout a dinosaurs life young teeth pushed up to replace old teeth

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Upper Triassic dinosaurs discovered in Southern Germany

Upper Triassic dinosaurs discovered in Southern Germany
An illustration showing a scene in Upper Triassic (200 - 225 mya) Southern Germany, featuring 2 small Coelurosaurs, Procompsognathus (foreground) & 2 prosauropod Plateosaurus

Background imageCeratosauria Collection: Torvosaurus claw

Torvosaurus claw
A fossil claw once belonging to the dinosaur, Torvosaurus whose name means savage lizard. It was a carnivore which lived during the upper Jurassic period. Its fossils have been found in Colorado, USA



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"Ceratosauria: Unveiling the Fierce Predators of Prehistoric Times" Step back in time to the fascinating world of dinosaurs, where mighty creatures roamed the Earth. Among them, Ceratosauria stands as a remarkable group that captivates paleontologists and enthusiasts alike. Imagine encountering an Iguanodon or Megalosaurus, their immense size and power leaving you in awe. The discovery of a Megalosaurus tooth provided invaluable insights into these ancient predators' hunting techniques. Exploring further, we stumble upon a Carnotaurus skeleton, its distinctive horns making it instantly recognizable. This apex predator once ruled over its domain with unmatched ferocity. But Ceratosauria encompasses more than just Carnotaurus; it includes diverse species like Ceratosaurus, Coelurosaur, Camptosaurus, Stegosaurus, and Brachio. These formidable creatures each had their unique adaptations for survival. Intriguingly enough, our journey takes us to witness an alluring Aucasaurus amidst lush grasslands. Its presence evokes both fear and fascination as this carnivorous dinosaur stealthily hunts its prey. Traveling across continents brings us to Niger's prehistoric era dinosaurs drawn meticulously to scale—a testament to the incredible diversity that existed during this time period. The Aucasaurus continues captivating our attention as we observe it roaring fiercely in the desert—an embodiment of raw power from millions of years ago. And then we catch sight of it running gracefully through tall grasses—its agility unparalleled even by today's standards. Delving deeper into history reveals another intriguing find—the Camarillasaurus cirugedae from Spain's Early Cretaceous period. This herbivorous giant adds another layer to our understanding of Ceratosauria's vast range and evolution throughout time. Ceratosauria unveils a chapter in Earth's history filled with wonder and mystery.