Ankylosaurus

Pronounced Ann-kye-low-sore-us

  • Least Concern
  • Near Threatened
  • Vulnerable
  • Endangered
  • Critically Endangered
  • Extinct in the Wild
  • Extinct

Ankylosaurus were the largest of the tank-like armoured dinosaurs. Their bodies were virtually impenetrable to predators and the bony club on the end of their tail would have been a devastating defence weapon.

Key Facts

Diet:
Herbivore
Distribution:
Western USA, Canada & South America
Length:
9 metres
Weight:
6 tonnes
Did you know?
Scientists estimate it reached a length of around 9 metres and a weight of around 6 tonnes.

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