The history of Earth is longer than you think! Different kinds of Dinosaur species roamed the lands of our planet millions of years ago. Of course, their existence is evident in archaeological findings and fossils that remained buried beneath the deep layers of Earth.

The variation in Dinosaur species was remarkable, and one was very distinct from another in terms of structure, size, appetite, lifestyle, habitat, and more. I am sure in your childhood, you must have watched many documentaries that told about them.

But if you want to know some unique dinosaur species, you are at the right place. This blog post will briefly describe some:-

5 Unique Dinosaur Species You Should Know:-

Learning about Dinosaurs is remarkably fascinating. You may find different biological variations in them, which may amaze you. Given that, here is a list of the top 5 unique dinosaur species that you should know:-

1. Therizinosaurus

One of the most fascinating dinosaur species on our list is Therizinosaurus. They are scary-looking creatures that probably did not feed on meat. Yes, we know it can be astonishingly unbelievable to think they were herbivores.

Therizinosaurus were Cretaceous theropods whose remains were mainly found in areas of Asia and North America. Though they had a fearful look and claws that may seem haunting, their skulls were unusually small. And maybe this is what prevented them from being predators. Their teeth’ structure was also very distinct, with a leaf-shaped pattern. However, they did not have a dental arrangement in the front half of the upper jaw.

2. Nigersaurus

Nigersaurus is a Dinosaur species that you may have mostly seen in cartoons. Not many documentaries feature them because they are an unexplored gem. But did you know that Nigersaurus is a dino with 500 teeth? Incredible right? Its scientific name is Nigersaurus taqueti, and it was uncovered in the Elrhaz Formation from the lands of Gadoufaoua in Niger.

When we say that Nigersaurus had 500 teeth, you may think of it as a large dental structure with sharp edges that would tear any flesh. However, this is not the case. Nigersaurus had delicate teeth, which grew in rows. The dino was an herbivore, meaning it mainly consumed plants to fulfil its appetite.

3. Ankylosaurus

The next Dinosaur species on our list is Ankylosaurus. The beautifully patterned creature is one of the most fascinating dinosaurs in history. It had a spiky back and a body mass of around 4,500 to 8,000 kgs in adults. They roamed the Earth during the Late Cretaceous Period, now known as North America. It mainly consumed plants, making him a herbivorous creature.

What sets him apart from other dinosaurs is his looks. It had plates all over its back (similar to a turtle), along with huge spikes. Not to mention, its tail was the most fascinating of all, with a bulb attached to its end.

4. Dreadnoughtus

The size and body structure of Dreadnoughts are what brought them here on this list. It is remarkably huge, with a long neck and tail, compared to an Elephant. To give you a brief idea of its size, we would like you to tell you about its weight and length.

Weight: 59,300 kg

Length: 26 meters

Height: 6 meters (till shoulder)

Fascinating right? Scientists have found some remains of Dreadnought bones, which were more extensive than a Boeing AirCraft. Of course, its name means “Fear Nothing,” resembling its big structure.

5. Magnapaulia

Last but not least on our list of the top 5 Dinosaur Species is Magnapaulia. They were found during the Late Cretaceous, around 75 million years ago. Its habitat was in the woodlands of western North America, where it mostly fed on plants.

Magnapaulia had a bulky tail, fascinating skin pattern, and, of course, neural spines that made him different from many other Dinosaur species. It weighed about 10,000 kilograms and measured 40 feet in height. The mouth of the dino was relatively small and had a structure on his head that resembled a chicken’s comb.

Conclusion

Dinosaurs are genuinely fascinating creatures that existed thousands and millions of years ago. Though they do not exist with us today, their fossils and remains tell their divine history. The archaeological findings have discovered them from different parts of Earth and then categorized them according to their family, class, habitat, appetite, and more.