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The finale to Maysozoic is Europasaurus! These island dwelling sauropods would have been quite a sight, as they were incredibly small compared to their gigantic cousins. You could ride this fella like a horse, but should you? #Maysozoic #finale

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Day 31. Europasaurus rafflesia Outside of their titanic size, these sauropods weaponize another strength - their stench. Pods can be detected from miles away from their… unique… aroma. #maysozoic #paleoart

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Day 30. Tyrannosaurus selenicereus Revered as the “king of fruits”, this Tyrannosaur bears a tough, scaly exterior. Beneath it lies soft, juicy, and seedy flesh that would almost seem delectable enough to venture closer. Almost. #maysozoic #paleoart

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Day 30 of Maysozoic is Tyrannosaurus! These mega therapods are well known, and extremely well documented. Appearing frequently in pop culture, T-rex is probably the most recognizable dinosaur. Perhaps they would have liked the spotlight. #Maysozoic

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Day 29 is Camptosaurus. With no clear physical defenses, Camptosaurus may have resorted to speed to evade predators. As such, it’s important to slow down and take a moment for yourself sometimes. #Maysozoic

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Day 29. Camptosaurus ginkgo In autumn, these plain looking dinosaurs undergo a marvelous transformation - their leaves turn a brilliant yellow, exposing xanthophyll pigments. This change has earned them the nickname “autumn gold”. #maysozoic #paleoart

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Day 28 is Deinosuchus! These gigantic crocs would have kept everyone on their toes, or else they may lose them. #Maysozoic

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Day 28. Deinosuchus phyllostachys These crocodilians spend much of their time in riverbed mud awaiting a worthy ambush target. Their hides are smooth and woody, often used in decoration, roofing, and other building material as a result. #maysozoic #paleoart

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Day 27 is Albertosaurus! While these theropods were quite large they still weren’t nearly as big as their relatives, Tyrannosaurus. In their ecosystems however, they would have been the apex predators. That doesn’t always mean you can leave your guard down. #Maysozoic

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Day 27. Albertosaurus beta These chard varieties are extremely hardy, often surviving long into the colder seasons. Many colorful subspecies exist in the wild - leading to colorful, rainbow-chard hunting packs. #maysozoic #paleoart

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Day 26. Baryonyx phoeniceae These Spinosaurids thrive in scorchingly humid climates, their leaves providing shade when the temperature gets extreme. Their tough hide is adept at retaining moisture - and doubles as battle armor for territorial disputes. #maysozoic #paleoart

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Day 26 is Baryonyx! This dinosaur would have primarily fed on fish, but it has been found with the bones of smaller dinosaurs in its stomach. #Maysozoic

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Day 25 is Pentaceratops! These titanic ceratopsians would have been formidable adversaries. Pentaceratops means “five horned face”, which is five more horns than most predators would like to deal with. #Maysozoic

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Day 25. Pentaceratops dionaea The various functions of ceratopsian crests have been debated - in this species, however, the primary use-case is clear. They charge horns first, and use their frills to clamp the target tightly, delivering a deeper wound. #maysozoic #paleoart

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Day 24 is Ichthyosaurus! Looking at these creatures you would think they were fish, or even dolphins. You would be wrong! These marine animals were actually reptiles. #Maysozoic

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Day 24. Icthyosaurus orchidaceae It skims shallow water, with blossoming stems bobbing above the surface. Bright colors put nearby prey at ease - then by instinct, or perhaps at the urging of the plant itself, it lunges forth and devours the unsuspecting. #maysozoic #paleoart

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Day 23 is Austroraptor. These dromaeosaurids represent some of the largest raptors discovered. Standing at nearly eye level with a grown man, these predators would have been quite formidable. #Maysozoic

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Day 23. Austroraptor cichorium With an almost caramel-like sweetness to its aroma, this cultivar’s scales have been long used in beverage making. Once ground and steeped, the flavor is reminiscent of coffee. #maysozoic #paleoart

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Day 22 is Jakapil! These little dinosaurs belong to the group “Thyreophora” which includes dinosaurs like Stegosaurus and Ankylosaurus #Maysozoic

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Day 22. Jakapil echeveria Nicknamed ‘parva’ (the Latin for ‘small’), this little dinosaur has a personality that more than compensates. The osteoderms growing along its body have grown spongy and succulent - an apt adaptation for desert living. #maysozoic #paleoart

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Day 21 is Elasmosaurus! These large plesiosaurs would have patrolled the waters for prey, using their long necks to confuse schools of fish. #Maysozoic

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Day 21. Elasmosaurus heliconia This species was thought to have gone extinct - with the last known sighting in an obscure loch in the Scottish highlands. #maysozoic #paleoart

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Day 20 is Lambeosaurus! These hadrosaurs would have been able to move on either 2 or 4 legs. While the function of their crests is debated, it’s possible it was used to resonate sounds to communicate with the herd. #Maysozoic

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Day 20. Lambeosaurus dianthus This dinosaur takes the idiom, “you are what you eat”, quite literally! Years of eating plain, woody shrubbery has made its body coloration quite dull - but once a year the carnations along its back bloom in full force. #maysozoic #paleoart

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Day 19 is Anzu! This dinosaur represents the only oviraptorosaur found in North America. Discovered in the Hell Creek Formation, this chicken from hell would have been quite intimidating. #Maysozoic

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Day 19. Anzu spiraea Its tail-plumes are highly sought after due to their unique, tightly-coiled flower arrangement. Catching one, however, can prove quite the challenge. #maysozoic #paleoart

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Day 18 is Postosuchus! These large carnivorous belong to an ancient group of animals that includes modern crocodiles: Pseudosuchia. Perhaps they carried their young the same way. #Maysozoic

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Day 18. Postosuchus gloriosa With the appropriate moniker of “fire lillies”, this species of Postosuchus packs a powerful bite. Its jaws contain colchicine venom which has been used to treat some diseases like gout. Overdose though and fatality is certain. #maysozoic #paleoart

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Day 17 is Zuul! These ankylosaurs would have enjoyed swampy beaches and forests. And when you’re so heavily fortified, it’s easy to enjoy the scenery.

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