Dinosaur Vertebrae Collection

The Edmontosaurus, one of the largest members of the Hadrosauridae family (duck-billed dinosaurs), thrived during the late Campanian age. This herbivorous dinosaur was capable of both quadrupedal and bipedal movement. Bountiful fossil evidence for scientific study, including large bone beds, suggests that Edmontosaurus traveled in migratory herds. Its tail, lined with interlaced, ossified tendons likely provided support to its massive body by strengthening the vertebral column, allowing for balanced movement.
Beautifully displayed on six custom ebony bases, this remarkable dinosaur vertebrae collection includes 28 original, caudal vertebrae from a single specimen of Edmonstosaurus, with minimal restoration. Most noteworthy, is the evidence of trials during the dinosaur’s life, including multiple signs of healed broken vertebrae and at least two Tyrannosaurus rex bites.