Brachiosaurus (Brachiosaurus altithorax)

Scale illustration of an average Brachiosaurus compared to a person and a T-Rex

Brachiosaurus (Brachiosaurus altithorax) moved in herds in much of North America about 150 million years ago. What archaeologists found about this terrestrial animal is that it was an herbivore, feeding on high foliage and extremely mobile. Evidence also shows it resembled a giraffe but was extremely large. The neck and tail were long and muscular. The trunk was large and columnar limbs were slender. However, the forelimbs were longer than the hind limbs. Other unique features were the small skull, wide muzzle, and thick jawbone, making it disproportionate. This warm-blooded dinosaur laid eggs to procreate.

The Brachiosaurus had an overall length between 59’-72.2’ (18-22 m), overall standing height of 41’-49.2’ (12.5-15 m), body width of 10.2’-12.5’ (3.1-3.8 m), and weight from 62,400-103,400 lb (28,300-46,900 kg). The typical lifespan of the Brachiosaurus was between 80-100 years.

Drawings of a Brachiosaurus from the side and front with dimensions

Top and back view drawings of the Brachiosaurus

What do reptiles eat?

Reptiles are typically carnivores and feed on eating other animals like insects, mollusks, birds, frogs, mammals, fishes, or sometimes other reptiles. Some reptile species like land tortoises are vegetarians and eat leaves, grass, or cactus while the marine iguana dives into the sea to obtain seaweed for consumption.

Why do reptiles shed?

Reptiles shed their skin so that they can continue to grow. When they shed, reptiles grow a new layer of skin underneath their old skin and then shed their old one. When they shed their skin reptiles also get rid of any parasites during the process. The process of shedding is referred to as sloughing.

When did reptiles first appear?

Reptiles first appeared 315 million years ago during the time period known as the Late Carboniferous Period. This time period is also referred to as the Pennsylvanian and the Coal Age. The first reptile is considered to be the Hylonomus lyelli and is also the first animal known to have fully adapted to life on land.

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What causes animals to go extinct?

The factors that cause animals to go extinct are mainly the loss and degradation of habitat which is mainly due to deforestation. Other causes for animals going extinct are exploitation through hunting and overfishing, invasive species, and climate change. Plastic pollution and emerging diseases are also factors that play a role in the extinction of animals.

Can extinct animals be brought back?

Extinct animals have not successfully been brought back as of today. Scientists need to sequence its genome and then edit the DNA of a close living relative to match it. Afterwards, they would need to make embryos with the revised genome and have a surrogate mother carry them.

Which animals have gone extinct because of climate change?

Animals that have gone extinct because of climate change include the golden toad and the north Atlantic cod is threatened. The staghorn coral and orange-spotted filefish have also had their population numbers affected by the effects of climate change. It is up to humans to make the necessary changes and help endangered animal species.

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How do grazing animals help grasslands?

Grazing animals help grasslands by maintaining the ecosystem as well as stimulating plants for new growth. The constant grazing of these animals helps trigger biological activity while promoting nutrient exchanges. Grazing animals also help compact soil with their hooves as well as open new areas for seeds to spread.

What are grazing animals called?

Grazing animals are called ruminants as they eat by looking for forage, selecting the grass, and then grabbing and eating the forage with their mouth. Ruminants stand out from other animals as the way that they grasp and ingest food is different. Grazing animals also move differently in new pastures than other animals.

How do animals adapt to the grasslands?

Animals adapt to the grasslands through multiple factors as they have to withstand the challenges of the grasslands. Animals adapt to the grasslands by being fast and agile as well as carrying out nesting behavior adequate for their environment. Grassland animals typically embrace camouflage to blend, have a structured social system, and burrowing behavior.

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How do forest animals adapt to the changing seasons?

Forest animals adapt to the changing seasons to be able to withstand the cold winters and hot summer temperatures. Forest animals adapt by either hibernating or migrating to warmer weather during the cold. During the warm summer seasons, forest animals typically find an abundance of food and find ways to stay cool.

How do animals help trees?

Animals help trees because they breathe oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide while plants take in carbon dioxide and emit oxygen back into their surrounding air. Plants also serve as food and shelter for animals. Plants rely on animals for seed dispersal and pollination. Plants also help with filtering water that animals drink.

How do forest fires affect animals?

Forest fires affect animals as they alter the 3 sources that animals rely on the most – food, water, and shelter. Forest fires often cause animals to move away from the areas they are used to in search of a new shelter. Forest fires also cause deaths among animals through smoke inhalation or fire-caused injuries.

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Details

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Height:

41’-49.2’ | 12.5-15 m (Overall)

Width:

10.2’-12.5’ | 3.1-3.8 m

Depth:

Length:

59’-72.2’ | 18-22 m

Weight:

62,400-103,400 lb | 28,300-46,900 kg

Area:

Period: Late Jurassic (154-153 million years ago)

Scientific Name:

Brachiosaurus altithorax

Lifespan:

80-100 years

Properties

Drawings include:
Brachiosaurus side elevation, front, back, plan

Links

Wikipedia - Brachiosaurus

Wikipedia - Dinosaur

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