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    Brachiosaurus was a massive herbivorous dinosaur that lived between 154-140 million years ago in North America. It was one of the largest land animals ever, with a length of up to 85 feet and a weight of up to 80 tons. Brachiosaurus had a long neck that could reach high branches and leaves to eat and a sloped stance from longer front legs. It lived in plains and wooded areas near rivers and lakes, and while slow-moving, its large size deterred predators.

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    Brachiosaurus was a massive herbivorous dinosaur that lived between 154-140 million years ago in North America. It was one of the largest land animals ever, with a length of up to 85 feet and a weight of up to 80 tons. Brachiosaurus had a long neck that could reach high branches and leaves to eat and a sloped stance from longer front legs. It lived in plains and wooded areas near rivers and lakes, and while slow-moving, its large size deterred predators.

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    Brachiosaurus was a massive herbivorous dinosaur that lived between 154-140 million years ago in North America. It was one of the largest land animals ever, with a length of up to 85 feet and a weight of up to 80 tons. Brachiosaurus had a long neck that could reach high branches and leaves to eat and a sloped stance from longer front legs. It lived in plains and wooded areas near rivers and lakes, and while slow-moving, its large size deterred predators.

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    Brachiosaurus: The Tall Titan of the Jurassic

    Massive dinosaur Brachiosaurus existed between 154 and 140 million


    years ago, in the Late Jurassic epoch. It was one of the biggest terrestrial animals
    to have ever lived, having an imposing height and weight due to its long neck and
    limbs. This blog article will go into the interesting world of the fascinating
    Brachiosaurus, including its physical characteristics, habitat, and behaviours.

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    Physical Appearance:
    A sauropod dinosaur known for its long neck, tiny skull, and large body
    was called Brachiosaurus. It had four robust legs that were longer in the front than
    the back, giving it a distinctly sloping stance. Its neck was also extremely lengthy,
    with some estimates putting the length at high to 40 feet. With a narrow nose and
    big nostrils, its head was diminutive in comparison to its bulk. The size of
    Brachiosaurus was among its most striking traits. One of the biggest animals to
    have ever lived, it had a maximum length of 85 feet and a maximum weight of
    80 tonnes. Its stature is thought to have been an adaptation that allowed it to both
    fend off predators and reach high foliage in trees.

    Habitat:
    The modern-day states of Colorado, Oklahoma, and Wyoming are where
    Brachiosaurus formerly roamed in what is now North America. In addition to
    wide plains, it is thought to have lived in wooded regions close to rivers and lakes.

    Diet:
    Brachiosaurus was an herbivorous dinosaur that consumed tree leaves and
    other plant life. It could obtain high branches and leaves that other dinosaurs
    couldn't because of its long neck and limbs. It is thought that Brachiosaurus may
    have also ingested gastroliths, small stones that aid in the digestion of food.

    Behaviour:
    Brachiosaurus was not a swift-moving dinosaur, despite its size. It is
    thought to have walked slowly and may have spent the most of its life consuming
    plants while standing still. Large theropod dinosaurs like Allosaurus could have
    preyed on it, but its size and power would have made it impossible for any
    predators to attack it.

    Extinction:
    Triceratops is usually considered to be one of the last non-avian dinosaurs
    to have lived before the great extinction that wiped out the dinosaurs. Although
    the precise reason why Triceratops and the other dinosaurs became extinct is
    unknown, some scientists theorise that several factors, such as a big asteroid
    impact, volcanic activity, and climate change, may have played a role.

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    Conclusion:
    The magnificent and commanding Brachiosaurus was recognised for its
    enormous size and striking look. Although it became extinct millions of years
    ago, its fossilised remnants still offer useful information about the world of
    dinosaurs and the evolution of life on Earth. Its size and might made it one of the
    preeminent creatures of its era, and its legacy still fascinates and inspires people
    today.

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    Brachiosaurus at a Glance: Key Stats in Table Format

    Name Brachiosaurus

    Scientific Name Brachiosaurus Altithorax

    Family Brachiosauridae

    Period Late Jurassic

    Diet Herbivorous

    Length Up to 85 feet (26 meters)

    Height Up to 40 feet (12 meters)

    Weight Up to 80 tons (72 metric tons)

    Habitat North America

    Interesting Fact Brachiosaurus had nostrils on the top of its


    head to help it breathe while its body was
    submerged in water while feeding.

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