Iguanodontoidea Collection

The Wealden, restorations, Crystal Palace Park
Original artwork by Walter Ray Woods for Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins

Iguanodon and Hylaeosaurus
Sheet 3 of a series of posters by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins c. 1862, showing Iguanodon and Hylaeosaurus. Date: circa 1862

Restorations of secondary period animals
Original artwork by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, donated by his granddaughter Mary Hawkins

The comparative sizes of extinct animals
Printed poster, unknown author

Invitation to Dinner in Iguanodon 31 / 12 / 1853
Original artwork by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, donated by his granddaughter Mary Hawkins

Iguanodon tooth
Original Iguanodon tooth found by Dr. and Mrs. Mantell. Iguanodon was a large plant eater with cheek teeth for grinding vegetation and hoof-like claws

Iguanodon femur
A fossil femur, or thigh bone that once belong to the bipedal herbivorous dinosaur, Iguanodon. This specimen shows marks where muscles were once attached to the bone

Wealden Landscape
Artists impression of vegetation and reptiles of the early Cretaceous, including Iguanodon, in south eastern England

Iguanodon arthritic toe
Middle toe of a large Iguanodon with arthritic joint shown by the bony overgrowths (rough ridges) betwen the 3rd & 4th toe bones counting back from the terminal phalanx

Iguanodon model
An Iguanodon model made during the 1940s from a reconstruction by Vernon Edward based on the Bernissart skeletons showing Iguanodon in a strictly two-legged kangaroo-like posture

Pachycephalosaurus
Outline illustration of a Pachycephalosaurus

Mary Ann Mantell
Portrait of Mary Ann Mantell, the daughter of G E Woodhouse and wife of Dr Gideon Mantell. She is commonly thought to have found the first Iguanodon tooth in 1822

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Discover the fascinating world of Iguanodontoidea, a group of dinosaurs that includes famous species like Iguanodon and Hylaeosaurus. These magnificent creatures roamed the earth during the secondary period, specifically in The Wealden region. Thanks to meticulous restorations, we can now admire their grandeur at Crystal Palace Park. The restorations of these secondary period animals provide us with a glimpse into prehistoric times. As we marvel at their size and structure, it becomes evident how diverse life on Earth once was. Imagine standing next to an Iguanodon or Hylaeosaurus; their comparative sizes would leave you awestruck. In fact, this fascination with these ancient giants was so strong that it led to unique events like the "Invitation to Dinner in Iguanodon" on December 31st, 1853. Picture yourself dining within the belly of an Iguanodon replica—an unforgettable experience for those lucky enough to attend. Among the remnants left by these incredible creatures are fossils such as teeth and femurs. An Iguanodon tooth is truly remarkable; its shape and size speak volumes about its diet and lifestyle. Holding one in your hand transports you back millions of years. As we continue our exploration into paleontology, let's appreciate the wonders brought forth by iguanodontoids like Iguanodon and Hylaeosaurus. Their existence reminds us of Earth's rich history and encourages us to protect our planet for future generations—so that they too may be captivated by these awe-inspiring creatures from long ago.