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Dryosaurus hollow bone structure
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Dryosaurus hollow bone structure
Fragmented femur from Dryosaurus, a fast running herbivorous dinosaur that lived during the Late Jurassic period, 155 to 140 million years ago. Fossil evidence has been discovered in Tanzania and USA
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1. Title: Revealing the Intricacies of Dryosaurus: A Glimpse into the Hollow Bone Structure of a Fast-Running Herbivorous Dinosaur 2.. This image showcases a fragmented femur bone from Dryosaurus, an intriguing dinosaur that roamed the Earth during the Late Jurassic period, approximately 155 to 140 million years ago. Discovered in both Tanzania and the United States, Dryosaurus is recognized as a bipedal, herbivorous dinosaur that belonged to the Coelurosauria clade, a group of theropod dinosaurs characterized by their hollow bones and advanced anatomical features. The hollow bone structure of Dryosaurus is a testament to its evolutionary adaptations, enabling the dinosaur to be both lightweight and strong. This anatomical trait allowed Dryosaurus to achieve remarkable agility and speed, making it an efficient runner in its ancient environment. Dryosaurus is classified as an Eusaurian archosaur, belonging to the Diapsida subclass and the Dinosauria order. More specifically, it is a member of the Coelurosauria, Euornithopoda, Dryosauridae, and Dryosaurinae subfamilies. Its closest known relatives include Dryptosaurus and Dysalotosaurus. As a herbivore, Dryosaurus likely fed on angiosperms, which were the earliest flowering plants during the Late Jurassic period. These plants, belonging to the Dicotyledonae class, would have provided the dinosaur with essential nutrients for growth and survival. This fascinating fossil fragment offers a unique glimpse into the complex anatomy of Dryosaurus, shedding light on the intricacies of its evolutionary history and the adaptations that allowed it to thrive in its ancient ecosystem.
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