The Tall, Leaf-Loving Giant!
Say hello to Brachiosaurus, the amazing dinosaur with a neck so long it could reach the treetops!
| Meaning | Arm lizard [Brachio-saurus] |
| Pronunciation | BRAK-ee-uh-sore-us |
| When: | Late Jurassic (154–150 million years ago) |
| Where: | North America (primarily in the Morrison Formation, across Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming) |
| What: | Sauropod (tall, quadrupedal herbivorous dinosaur with longer front legs) |
| Weight: | Approximately 28–58 metric tons |
| Length: | About 20–25 meters (66–82 feet) |
| Diet: | Herbivorous (ate high-growing vegetation like conifers) |
| Discovered: | First described by Elmer Riggs in 1903 |
Brachiosaurus was one of the tallest dinosaurs ever, standing as high as a four-story building.
Imagine a gentle giant with a long neck that stretched like a crane and front legs that were longer than its back legs, making it look like it was always reaching for the sky!
Brachiosaurus used its towering height to munch on leaves way up high that other dinosaurs couldn’t reach, just like a living, breathing ladder.
This peaceful plant-eater roamed the Earth about 150 million years ago, enjoying the fresh leaves of ancient forests.
With its long neck, tiny head, and giant body, Brachiosaurus is a favorite for dino lovers who dream of a friendly giant reaching for the tastiest treetop treats!
