14 Fun Facts About Iguanodon: The Ultimate Guide

14 Fun Facts About Iguanodon: A 15-Minute Book (15-Minute Books 10)

by Caitlind Alexander

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	652 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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The Iguanodon is one of the most well-known dinosaurs, and for good reason. It was one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered, and it has been featured in countless books, movies, and TV shows. But what do you really know about the Iguanodon? Here are 14 fun facts that you may not have known.

1. The Iguanodon was one of the largest dinosaurs that ever lived. It could grow up to 40 feet long and weigh up to 10 tons.
2. The Iguanodon was a herbivore, which means that it ate plants. Its diet consisted of leaves, twigs, and fruits.
3. The Iguanodon had a unique thumb spike that it used for defense. This spike was made of keratin, the same material that makes up human fingernails.
4. The Iguanodon was bipedal, which means that it walked on two legs. However, it could also rear up on its hind legs and walk on four legs if it needed to.
5. The Iguanodon had a long tail that it used for balance. Its tail was also covered in spikes, which helped to protect it from predators.
6. The Iguanodon lived in the Cretaceous period, which was about 145 to 66 million years ago.
7. The Iguanodon was one of the first dinosaurs to be discovered. Its fossils were first found in England in 1822.
8. The Iguanodon has been featured in countless books, movies, and TV shows. It is one of the most popular dinosaurs in the world.
9. The Iguanodon is the state dinosaur of Colorado.
10. The Iguanodon is a member of the ornithischian dinosaur group. This group of dinosaurs includes other well-known dinosaurs such as the Triceratops and the Stegosaurus.
11. The Iguanodon was a social animal that lived in herds. These herds were led by a dominant male.
12. The Iguanodon was a relatively slow-moving dinosaur. Its top speed was probably around 20 miles per hour.
13. The Iguanodon was one of the most successful dinosaurs that ever lived. It survived for over 100 million years before it went extinct.
14. The Iguanodon is a fascinating dinosaur that has captured the imaginations of people for centuries. It is a reminder of the incredible diversity of life that once existed on our planet.

The Iguanodon is a truly remarkable dinosaur. Its unique features and its long history make it one of the most fascinating creatures that ever lived. If you are interested in dinosaurs, then you should definitely learn more about the Iguanodon.

14 Fun Facts About Iguanodon: A 15-Minute Book (15-Minute Books 10)

by Caitlind Alexander

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	652 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	23 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE