121. Stegosaurus stenops
Caudal (Tail) Plate

Stegosaurus stenops Caudal (Tail) Plate Late Jurassic
Western North America

The plates characteristic of Stegosaurus run the entire length of the neck, back, and tail but are largest between the fore limbs and hind limbs.

Those of the tail become smaller but thicker.

The deep grooves on the surface are for blood vessels which ran along the surface.

Size: 7½" long

WEP, with informative label

Price: $20.00

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