Eons: The Giant Dinosaur That Was Missing a Body
From end to end, its forelimbs alone measured an incredible 2.4 meters long and were tipped with big, comma-shaped claws. But other than its bizarre arms, very little material from this dinosaur had been found: no skull, no feet. Scientists were unable to create a full picture of this dinosaur until they began exploring quarries in 2006 and 2009. Part of the "Eons" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 12 minutes
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Paleontology, Prehistoric Life, Reptiles
- Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
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- Release Year: 2020
- Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
- Series: Eons
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