37- Maiasaura "The Good Mother Dinosaur" Flashcard - 6-Way Paragraphs

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Who discovered the first nests of Maiasaura?

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Jack Horner, a paleontologist, discovered the first nests of Maiasaura.

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When did the Maiasaura dinosaur live?

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The Maiasaura dinosaur lived approximately 70 million years ago during the Late Cretaceous period.

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What was the weight of the Maiasaura dinosaur?

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The Maiasaura dinosaur weighed around 4 tons.

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How long was the Maiasaura dinosaur?

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The Maiasaura dinosaur was about 30 feet long.

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What is unique about the Maiasaura Peeblesorum?

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The Maiasaura Peeblesorum is known for its motherly nature, as it cared for its young.

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What does the name 'Maiasaura' mean?

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The name 'Maiasaura' means 'good mother lizard'.

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In which region were the first Maiasaura nests found?

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The first Maiasaura nests were found in Montana, USA.

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What type of dinosaur is Maiasaura classified as?

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Maiasaura is classified as a hadrosaurid, or duck-billed dinosaur.

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What evidence supports the maternal behavior of Maiasaura?

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Fossilized nests and young Maiasaura found near adult specimens support the evidence of maternal care.

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What was the primary diet of Maiasaura?

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Maiasaura was herbivorous, primarily feeding on plants.