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Thyreophora

Thyreophora

9.9
A group of dinosaurs with heavy bony plates or tail clubs for protection
  • noun
  • /θaɪrɪˈoʊfərə/
  • Specialized
: Thyreophora
  • Both stegosaurs and ankylosaurs are classified within the Thyreophora.

Examples

  • The discovery of new Thyreophora fossils has expanded our understanding of dinosaur armor.

  • Researchers study Thyreophora to learn how their armor protected them from predators.

  • The Thyreophora group includes many fascinating species.

  • Did you know that Thyreophoras had thick, protective armor?

  • Both stegosaurs and ankylosaurs are classified within the Thyreophora.

  • Researchers study Thyreophora to learn how their armor protected them from predators.

  • The discovery of new Thyreophora fossils has expanded our understanding of dinosaur armor.

Surface Forms

Thyreophora singular
Thyreophoras plural

Etymology

Thyreophora comes from Greek parts thyreos and -phora, which mean 'shield' and 'to carry'. So, Thyreophora literally means 'shield-bearers', a handy image to remember that this group includes armored dinosaurs like stegosaurs and ankylosaurs with protective plates and clubs.