Dacentrurus
Jurassic Period Herbivore Creature Type
Dacentrurus armatus
Scientific Name: "Very pointed tail"
Local Name: Dacentrurus
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πΏHerbivore
Physical Characteristics
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Size8~9m
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Weight5000~7400kg
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Height1.8m
Discovery
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Discovery Year1875Year
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DiscovererRichard Owen
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Discovery LocationUnited Kingdom
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Dacentrurus is the largest saber-toothed sauropod found in Europe. It was originally named Omeosaurus, but the name was changed because it was already in use. It had paired long spines on its tail.