Archosaur Collection (page 16)

Paranthodon africanus
A fossil of a section of left maxilla that once belonged to the dinosaur Paranthodon africanus. The specimen dates back to the Lower Cretaceous, discovered in Kirkwood Formation, Dassies Clip

Dryosaurus femur & vertebra
Right femur, length 196 mm, and caudal vertebra from a dryosaurus which lived during the Upper Jurassic, 155 to 140 million years ago in present day Tanzania, East africa

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

Troodon tooth
A fossil tooth specimen that once belonged to the dinosaur, Troodon. It was a carnivorous dinosaur that lived around 65 million years ago

Stegosaurus skull
A cast of a fossil skull that belonged to Stegosaurus stenops, an Upper Jurassic dinosaur that lived 155 to 144 million years ago. The original fossil was discovered in the USA

Iguanodon teeth
Some original Iguanodon teeth found by Dr. and Mrs. Mantell. The tooth on the right is 5.3cm long as preserved. Iguanodon was a large plant eater with cheek teeth for grinding vegetation

Iguanodon brain
A partial skull that contains a natural mould (endocast) of the interior of the skull where the brain would sit. This is a representation of the external shape of the Iguanodon brain

Iguanodon thumb spike
A fossil thumb spike that once belonged to Iguanodon, a herbivorous dinosaur that lived 140 to 110 million years ago. It is though to have used its sharp ended thumb to defend itself against predators

Iguanodon metatarsal
A fossil metatarsal (the long bone of the foot) that once belonged to the herbivorous bipedal dinosaur, Iguanodon. The rough patches are where the muscles and tendons were attached to the bone

Iguanodon foot
The right foot of a very large Iguanodon. Some of the toe joints have small frills of bony overgrowth, showing that the dinosaur was suffering from arthritis

Iguanodon hand
Fossil remains of a hand that once belonged to the herbivorous dinosaur, Iguanodon. Notice the very sharpe spike like thumb which is thought to have been used for defending itself against predators

Echinocactus gibbosus, chin cactus
Triceratops teeth worked together like scissor blades to cut up tough plants. The smooth vertical surface on the right of this tooth is the worn cutting blade

Deinonychus
A model of the Deinonychus, meaning terrible claw. It was a carnivorous dinosaur that lived during the Lower Cretaceous period, around 144 million years ago

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Step into the prehistoric world of archosaurs and discover the wonders of ancient life. Marvel at the Archaeopteryx fossil, Berlin specimen C016 / 5071, a remarkable link between dinosaurs and birds. Encounter the mighty Triceratops, with its iconic three horns and bony frill. Don't forget to take something home with you from the Natural History Shop - a piece of history to cherish forever. And don't miss out on exploring the Crystal Palace Dinosaur Models, intricately crafted replicas that bring these magnificent creatures back to life. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Iguanodon and Hylaeosaurus as you learn about their incredible adaptations for survival. Dive deep into ancient seas alongside Ichthyosaurr, Plesiosaurus, and Pterodactylus - marveling at their unique forms. Transport yourself back in time with a scene straight out of Wealden Times - witness how these archosaurs roamed freely in Crystal Palace Park during restorations. Discover The Wealden's rich history as it unfolds before your eyes. Uncover lesser-known species like Scleromochlus, Diplodocus, Polacanthus, and Corythosaurus - each holding its own secrets waiting to be unraveled by curious minds. Embark on an unforgettable journey through time as you explore archosaurs – creatures that once ruled our planet with awe-inspiring might.