Nothronychus dinosaur family, artwork C015 / 9714
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Nothronychus dinosaur family, artwork C015 / 9714
Nothronychus dinosaur family, artwork. This theropod dinosaur, found in what is now North America some 91 million years ago, lived during the Cretaceous. The type specimen is Nothronychus mckinleyi. The Nothronychus dinosaurs evolved from carnivorous ancestors, but were themselves herbivorous. They reached a height of around 3.5 metres, and had long curved claws. Several anatomical features of these theropods resembled those of birds, including a beak-like mouth, and feet with four toes, all facing forward
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© JOSE ANTONIO PE
Beach Beaked Breeding Chick Chicks Clawed Claws Coast Coastal Cretaceous Dinosaur Family Feathered Herbivore Herbivores Herbivorous Inland Sea Mother Natural History North American Palaeontological Palaeozoological Palaeozoology Paleontological Parent Prehistoric Prehistory Raising Rearing Reproduction Reproductive Reptile Shore Theropod Theropods Young Bird Like Palaeontology
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This print showcases the Nothronychus dinosaur family, a group of herbivorous theropods that lived approximately 91 million years ago during the Cretaceous period. The artwork, created by JOSE ANTONIO PEÑAS, beautifully depicts these fascinating creatures that evolved from carnivorous ancestors but adapted to a plant-based diet. Standing at an impressive height of around 3.5 meters, these Nothronychus dinosaurs possessed distinctive features resembling those of birds. Their beak-like mouths and four forward-facing toes on their feet are reminiscent of avian characteristics. Long curved claws further added to their unique appearance. The image captures a tender moment in the life of this prehistoric family as they roam along the American coast near an inland sea. A parent dinosaur is seen rearing up while its young chick stands nearby on the sandy beach. This scene illustrates not only their biological connection but also hints at their reproductive behavior and nurturing instincts. As we delve into Earth's ancient history through paleontology, images like this provide valuable insights into the diverse range of species that once inhabited our planet. The Nothronychus mckinleyi serves as a reminder of nature's remarkable ability to adapt and evolve over millions of years.
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