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Stigymoloch

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Stigymoloch

HerbivoreLate Cretaceous periodCeratopsian

Pronunciation

stig-ee-mol-oc

Meaning

Demon from the Styx

Type

Ceratopsian

Length

2.1 - 3 meters long

Period

Late Cretaceous period

Years

68-65 million years ago

Location

USA

Diet

Herbivore

About Stigymoloch

Stigymoloch is a genus of pachycephalosaurid dinosaur that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, around 66 million years ago. It was a small, bipedal dinosaur that was characterized by its thick skull roof, which was likely used for head-butting behavior. Stigymoloch was first discovered in the United States and has also been found in Canada. It is known from a number of well-preserved specimens, including skulls and partial skeletons, which have allowed scientists to learn more about its anatomy and behavior. Stigymoloch was a herbivore and likely used its strong jaw muscles and beak-like mouth to crush and grind tough plant material.

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