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Psittacosaurus mongoliensis (Beasts of the Mesozoic) 1/18th scale

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Psittacosaurus mongoliensis (Beasts of the Mesozoic) 1/18th scale
Psittacosaurus mongoliensis (Beasts of the Mesozoic) 1/18th scale
Psittacosaurus mongoliensis (Beasts of the Mesozoic) 1/18th scale
Psittacosaurus mongoliensis (Beasts of the Mesozoic) 1/18th scale
Psittacosaurus mongoliensis (Beasts of the Mesozoic) 1/18th scale
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Beasts of the Mesozoic Psittacosaurus mongoliensis 4"

Beasts of the Mesozoic Psittacosaurus mongoliensis 4" Manufacturer Information:

Psittacosaurus mongoliensis 1/18th scale Dinosaur Action Figure This 1/18th scale ceratopsian figure is approximately 4 inches long with 11 points of articulation and includes the following: one (1) pair of interchangeable lower legs, and (1) display base, on blister-style packaging. Featuring package art by Jax Jocson and Carlo Arellano.

Psittacosaurus mongoliensis Information:

Psittacosaurus mongoliensis is an extinct species of dinosaur that belongs to the family Psittacosauridae. It is one of the most well-known and studied species within the Psittacosaurus genus. Here's some information about Psittacosaurus mongoliensis: Taxonomy: Psittacosaurus mongoliensis was named and described by the American paleontologist Henry Fairfield Osborn in 1923. The name "Psittacosaurus" means "parrot lizard" in Greek, referring to its beak-like mouth. Geological age: Psittacosaurus mongoliensis lived during the Early Cretaceous period, approximately 120 to 100 million years ago. Fossil discoveries: Fossils of Psittacosaurus mongoliensis have been found in Mongolia and China. Numerous specimens have been recovered, making it one of the best-represented dinosaur species in the fossil record. Physical characteristics: Psittacosaurus mongoliensis was a small to medium-sized dinosaur, reaching lengths of up to 2 meters (6.5 feet). It was a bipedal (walked on two legs) herbivorous dinosaur. One of the distinguishing features of Psittacosaurus was its parrot-like beak, which it used for cropping vegetation. Beak and teeth: The beak of Psittacosaurus was adapted for nipping and cutting plants. Behind the beak, it had a set of teeth suitable for grinding plant material. Frill and spines: Psittacosaurus had a unique structure at the back of its skull called a frill, which is a characteristic feature of the Psittacosauridae family. Some species of Psittacosaurus had prominent spines on their tail, but it is not clear if P. mongoliensis possessed these features. Tail bristles: Some evidence suggests that Psittacosaurus may have had a covering of bristle-like structures on its tail, similar to what we see in some modern-day animals like certain mammals or lizards. Behavior and environment: Psittacosaurus was likely a fast runner and lived in forested environments. As an herbivore, it would have fed on plants, including ferns, cycads, and other vegetation prevalent during the Early Cretaceous. Importance in paleontology: Psittacosaurus mongoliensis is important for scientists because it provides valuable information about the early evolution of horned dinosaurs and the diversification of herbivorous dinosaurs during the Cretaceous period.

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Beasts of the Mesozoic - Psittacosaurus mongoliensis 4" #62865

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