Titanosaurus, literally meaning 'titanic lizard', was named after the Titans of Greek mythology. Titanosaurus was the first Indian dinosaur to be named and properly described, having been …

The first titanosaur fossils, belonging to Titanosaurus indicus, were described in 1877. The species is known from a femur and two caudal vertebrae found in rocks dating to the Cretaceous in central India.

Jan 9, 2025 · The name "titanosaur" was first described by a British paleontologist in India in the late 1800's, naming what he thought was a new species called Titanosaurus indicus.

Aug 2, 2025 · Titanosaurs were a diverse group of sauropod dinosaurs that roamed Earth during the Cretaceous period (145 to 66 million years ago). These colossal herbivores include some of the …

Feb 13, 2025 · Uncover the secrets of the elusive Titanosaurus, a giant dinosaur with a unique long neck. Explore its mysteries about this ancient creature.

May 27, 2024 · Based on the discovery of two caudals and a femur from an unknown dinosaur species, Lydekker named the dinosaur Titanosaurus indicus. He chose the name titanosaur in honor of the …

[Title card reads: American Museum of Natural History] [Shots of welders with masks on working on the toes, tail, and head of the skeletal cast, sparks flying. Shot pans from a red cherry-picker stand …

Mar 26, 2022 · The name ‘titanosaurus’ means ‘titanic lizard’, and was kept after the Titan Gods from the Greek Mythology. Since it was discovered only around 130 years ago, it is considered a relatively …

Jan 2, 2020 · Read an in-depth profile of Titanosaurus, including this dinosaur's characteristics, behavior, and habitat.

Mar 7, 2024 · Some of these giant vegetarians were as tall as a 3-story building. Microscopic analysis of their teeth, bones and eggshells reveals how they grew, what they ate and even their body temperature.