Dinosaur! The word means "Terrible Lizard". Since the first fossils were discovered, we have been fascinated by the mystery of these creatures that existed millions of years ago. Though we have been discovering fossils for millennia, their true nature was not recognized at first. The Chinese originally believed these dinosaur fossils to be dragon bones which were used in traditional medicines. In Europe, it was believed that dinosaur fossils were the remains of giants that were killed by the Great Flood described in the Bible. It wasn’t until 1699 that a scientist named Edward Lhuyd finally defined dinosaurs the way we know them today: vertebrates that dominated our planet for over 160 million years.
There are many, many different types of dinosaurs. 1,047 different species of dinosaurs have been named, but it is estimated there are vastly more than that. Of the dinosaurs discovered, some were carnivores while others were herbivores. Some walked on all fours and others were bipeds. Though when we think of dinosaurs, we usually picture an enormous creature, many of the dinosaurs ranged from as small as a chicken to the size of a man. Fossils of dinosaurs have been discovered on every continent on Earth.
So wherever you live, it is likely the land you are on has been the home of some kind of dinosaur. Look around and find out about the dinosaurs who were once locals in your area. There is so much to learn and know about these fascinating creatures. Visit a museum, or open up a book! Better yet, get your hands dirty and dig up some fossils of your own by visiting Dig It! The Fossil WorkshopTM. At Dig It! The Fossil WorkshopTM children become Paleontologists and Geologists as they discover, learn, prepare and take home authentic fossils and minerals that are millions of years old. Find fossil kits, dinosaur toys, art, educational and science products, and many other prehistoric-themed items in our shop. So what are you waiting for? Roar on in today! You’ll Dig It!
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