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Ankylosauridae Collection

Ankylosauridae, the fascinating family of armored dinosaurs, captivates us with their unique features and impressive defenses

Background imageAnkylosauridae Collection: Euoplocephalus tail club

Euoplocephalus tail club
Euoplocephalus was a heavily armoured ankylosaur dinosaur with a huge tail club formed by two bony knobs fused together. They lived around 71 million years ago during the Upper Cretaceous period

Background imageAnkylosauridae Collection: Dinosaurs

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

Background imageAnkylosauridae Collection: Ankylosaurus

Ankylosaurus
An animatronic model of the dinosaur Ankylosaurus created by Kokoro Dreams of Japan. This model was on display in the T-Rex Killer Question temporary exhibition from 1st August 2002 to 3rd May 2003

Background imageAnkylosauridae Collection: Euoplocephalus dinosaur model C016 / 5701

Euoplocephalus dinosaur model C016 / 5701
Euoplocephalus dinosaur model. This dinosaur is an Ankylosaur, complete with the characteristic armoured plated skin, horns and club tail used for swiping enemies

Background imageAnkylosauridae Collection: Euoplocephalus

Euoplocephalus
A model of Euoplocephalus, one of the armoured plated dinosaurs from the family Ankylosauria. It lived during the Upper Cretaceous period 76 to 70 million years ago

Background imageAnkylosauridae Collection: Ankylosaur dinosaur skeleton, artwork

Ankylosaur dinosaur skeleton, artwork
Ankylosaur skeleton, computer artwork. This heavily-armoured dinosaur lived in the early Mesozoic era, in the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods, between about 125 and 65 million years ago

Background imageAnkylosauridae Collection: Ankylosaur dinosaur, artwork

Ankylosaur dinosaur, artwork
Ankylosaur, computer artwork. This heavily-armoured dinosaur lived in the early Mesozoic era, in the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods, between about 125 and 65 million years ago

Background imageAnkylosauridae 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 imageAnkylosauridae Collection: Euoplocephalus skeleton

Euoplocephalus skeleton
An Upper Cretaceous ankylosaur, or armoured dinosaur which grew up to 7 metres in length. Complete with thick skin, bony plates and a club like tail used for swiping predators away

Background imageAnkylosauridae Collection: Euoplocephalus cutleri

Euoplocephalus cutleri
Detail of a fossil of the armoured plated skin once belonging to Euoplocephalus cutleri, a dinosaur from the Ankylosaur family that lived 76 to 70 million years ago during the Upper Cretaceous


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Ankylosauridae, the fascinating family of armored dinosaurs, captivates us with their unique features and impressive defenses. One prominent member of this group is Euoplocephalus, known for its iconic tail club. With a heavy bony knob at the end of its tail, Euoplocephalus could deliver powerful blows to fend off predators. The Ankylosauridae family thrived during the Late Cretaceous period, roaming the Earth millions of years ago. Their heavily armored bodies were covered in thick plates called osteoderms that acted as a protective shield against potential threats. One well-known representative of this family is Ankylosaurus, which boasted an extensive armor arrangement from head to tail. Its body was adorned with rows of bony plates and even featured large spikes protruding from its sides for added defense. Through fossilized remains and artistic interpretations, we can visualize these incredible creatures. The skeletal reconstructions showcase their robust frames and emphasize their distinctive characteristics such as the massive tail club or intricate bone structures. Euoplocephalus cutleri stands out among other members due to its remarkable preservation in fossil records. This particular species has provided valuable insights into the anatomy and behavior of these ancient reptiles. Today, paleontologists continue to study Ankylosauridae fossils meticulously in order to unravel more secrets about their lives on our planet millions of years ago. These captivating creatures have left an indelible mark on history through their formidable presence and intriguing adaptations that allowed them to thrive amidst fierce competition in prehistoric ecosystems.