Diplodocus carnegii was a massive herbivorous dinosaur, they lived during the Late Jurassic period and could reach lengths of up to 90 feet (27 meters).
Rebor Diplodocus Artis Proof Measures:
32.5" L x 5" H, 1:35 Scale
Rebor Diplodocus Carnegii Artist Proof Review:
Rebor is putting the final touches in your hands with this next dinosaur in their Museum-Class Replica collection; the Artist Proof Version of Diplodocus Carnegii! An ununpainted model for you to experiment with to find your perfect color pallette. Like the Stargazer and Catch the Rainbow models, this replica includes an articulated neck and tail with high attention paid to detail to the mold. PLUS, the Artist Proof version includes an additional head and neck set to use with the replica. One with mouth open and one with it closed.
Diplodocus Carnegii Information:
Diplodocus carnegii, also known as Carnegie's diplodocus, is a species of long-necked, herbivorous dinosaur that lived during the Late Jurassic period, approximately 154 to 152 million years ago. It belongs to the family Diplodocidae, which includes other well-known dinosaurs such as Apatosaurus (previously known as Brontosaurus).
Diplodocus carnegii was first discovered in 1899 by paleontologist Earl Douglass in the Morrison Formation of Utah, United States. The species was named in honor of Andrew Carnegie, a Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist who funded many paleontological expeditions during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
This dinosaur is renowned for its enormous size and unique body structure. It had a long, slender neck and tail, which allowed it to reach vegetation high off the ground. Diplodocus carnegii could reach lengths of up to 88 feet (26.8 meters) and weigh around 10 to 16 tons.
Its body was supported by four sturdy legs, and its front limbs were shorter than its hind limbs. Diplodocus carnegii had a small head in proportion to its body, with a blunt snout and peg-like teeth that were adapted for stripping leaves and twigs from plants.
One of the most distinctive features of Diplodocus carnegii was its long, whip-like tail, which may have been used for defense against predators by generating loud sounds or delivering powerful strikes. Some paleontologists believe that the tail may have also played a role in courtship or communication within the species.
Diplodocus carnegii is one of the most well-known and studied dinosaurs, and its skeletal reconstructions can be found in many natural history museums around the world. Its discovery and subsequent popularity have contributed significantly to our understanding of sauropod dinosaurs and the ecosystems in which they lived.
Scientific reconstruction sculpture for display. NOT A TOY.
Hand Painted. Durable synthetic resin
Product Code: REBOR 161045 by Rebor Note: Due to the long distance shipping, many of the Rebor boxes are dinged / dented. Product is guaranteed to be free from defects inside the box. If you require a "pristine" box for collection purposes, email us when you place your order and we will do our absolute best to accommodate your request.
