Iguanodon

Iguanodons are dinosaurs the size of large draft horses and live in herds all over Tilandrial.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Although iguanodons typically walk on all fours, they can stand on their hind limbs and move around for a few minutes at a time. This behavior has only been observed when protecting themselves from predators. While this does expose their underside to attack, iguanodons have a useful weapon. The thumb of their front limbs is a spike of solid bone, and is a formidable weapon of defense.

Ecology and Habitats

Iguanodons are found on all continents of Tilandrial, wherever a forest meets the grasslands. Being mainly grazers, the beasts prefer to eat grasses, but they use the trees to hide from larger predators.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Being grazers, Iguanodons need large amounts of grasses and shrubbery for food.

Additional Information

Social Structure

Their herds consist of individuals that are very loosely related, coming together en masse during mating season. It is very common to see iguanodons intermingle with other herding herbavores in their area.

Uses, Products & Exploitation

They are mainly hunted for their meat and hide.

Lifespan

60 years

Average Height

2.3 meters (7.5 feet) at the shoulder

Average Weight

3.4 tons

Average Length

10 meters (33 feet)

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Solid dull greys, muted blues, or dark browns