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13.7" Fossil Iguanodont Dinosaur (Mantellisaurus?) Sacrum - England
This incredible offering is the sacrum of an iguanodontid, possibly of the species Mantellisaurus cf. atherfieldensis. This species of dinosaur was known to have roamed Belgium, England, Spain, and Germany. It was collected from the Isle of Wight in England and measures 13.7" long. British dinosaur material is extremely hard to come by and this is a fantastic collector piece.
It was collected in multiple pieces, so naturally there are some repaired cracks through the specimen. Most of the repaired cracks are through the thinnest portions of bone, with restoration in these spots being fairly minimal. Rock has been left within the exposed neural canal for structural integrity of the specimen.
It sits upright nicely on its own, however it will be accompanied by an acrylic-metal display stand to assist with preferred presentation.
It was collected in multiple pieces, so naturally there are some repaired cracks through the specimen. Most of the repaired cracks are through the thinnest portions of bone, with restoration in these spots being fairly minimal. Rock has been left within the exposed neural canal for structural integrity of the specimen.
It sits upright nicely on its own, however it will be accompanied by an acrylic-metal display stand to assist with preferred presentation.
About Mantellisaurus
Mantellisaurus is a genus of dinosaur formerly known as Iguanodon atherfieldensis that lived in the Barremian and early Aptian ages of the Early Cretaceous Period of Europe. Mantellisaurus was a lightly constructed iguanodont. Compared to Iguanodon bernissartensis, Mantellisaurus was smaller, estimated at about 1,600 pounds in weight.
It was a relatively large dinosaur, reaching lengths of about 6 to 8 meters (20 to 26 feet). It had a robust body, long neck, and a relatively small head compared to its body size. This dinosaur was bipedal and quadrupedal, meaning it could move on two legs or four, depending on the situation. Its long hind limbs were adapted for running, while its forelimbs were shorter. As a herbivore, Mantellisaurus primarily fed on low-lying plants, using its beak-like mouth to clip vegetation. Its teeth were suited for grinding and processing tough plant material. It had distinctively shaped teeth and a relatively long tail, which may have helped with balance and communication.
The first fossils attributed to Mantellisaurus were discovered in the 19th century, and the genus was named in honor of the British paleontologist Gideon Mantell. While initially classified as a species of Iguanodon, it was later recognized as a distinct genus based on its unique characteristics.
Mantellisaurus is a genus of dinosaur formerly known as Iguanodon atherfieldensis that lived in the Barremian and early Aptian ages of the Early Cretaceous Period of Europe. Mantellisaurus was a lightly constructed iguanodont. Compared to Iguanodon bernissartensis, Mantellisaurus was smaller, estimated at about 1,600 pounds in weight.
It was a relatively large dinosaur, reaching lengths of about 6 to 8 meters (20 to 26 feet). It had a robust body, long neck, and a relatively small head compared to its body size. This dinosaur was bipedal and quadrupedal, meaning it could move on two legs or four, depending on the situation. Its long hind limbs were adapted for running, while its forelimbs were shorter. As a herbivore, Mantellisaurus primarily fed on low-lying plants, using its beak-like mouth to clip vegetation. Its teeth were suited for grinding and processing tough plant material. It had distinctively shaped teeth and a relatively long tail, which may have helped with balance and communication.
The first fossils attributed to Mantellisaurus were discovered in the 19th century, and the genus was named in honor of the British paleontologist Gideon Mantell. While initially classified as a species of Iguanodon, it was later recognized as a distinct genus based on its unique characteristics.
SPECIES
Mantellisaurus cf. atherfieldensis?
LOCATION
Atherfield, Isle of Wight, England
FORMATION
Wessex Formation - Wealden Group
SIZE
13.7 x 7.6 x 5.9"
CATEGORY
SUB CATEGORY
ITEM
#238080
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