Monday, December 12, 2016

Hell Creek Fossils


Image result for edmontosaurusEdmontosaurus- A duck-billed dinosaur who lived in prehistoric marshes and plains. The maximum in a herd of these dinosaurs are 5 males, 20 females, and the babies. When the males are grown enough, they set out to make a herd for themselves. These dinosaurs have a top speed of 35 mph, with a short thigh-bone and a long shin-bone. It means it is a fast runner.

Image result for triceratopsTriceratops- They are relatively slow moving dinosaur with a speed of 10 mph, but they have a great defense. Armed with a spiked frill and a trio of 7-foot-long horns that they use to stab their opponents, the Triceratops are like walking dino-tanks. With their stout legs, Triceratops can avoid an attach from their underbelly. Their herd consists of one male, ten females, and the babies. When in danger, the dinosaurs form a tight circle around their young to protect from Dromaeosaurs and T- Rex.


Related imageTyrannosaurus Rex- They are an giant carnivore from North America, a T- Rex’s mouth can crush anything. When feasting, it uses it’s little arms to hold down the prey while its mouth tears huge chunks from the dinosaurs underbelly. The common prey of these dinosaurs are Edmontosaurus, and occasionally feeds on Ankylosaurs and Triceratops. With long legs, the T- Rex are capable of hitting speeds of 40 mph or more to catch up with their prey, and can chase for long distances, and teeth the size of Steak Knives. They were the biggest predator in all North America.