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Muttaburrasaurus Discovers a Hollow Log

A friendly Muttaburrasaurus investigates a hollow tree trunk in a prehistoric setting with grass, a palm, and distant mountains.

A friendly Muttaburrasaurus stands beside a hollow log, with palm trees and mountains in the background and large spaces to color.
Muttaburrasaurus Discovers a Hollow Log
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What the Muttaburrasaurus coloring page shows

The plant-eating dinosaur stands beside a fallen trunk containing several hollow openings. A palm rises behind it, clumps of grass grow nearby, and mountain shapes mark the horizon. The scene suggests a moment of discovery as the dinosaur examines part of its woodland surroundings.

Fascinating facts about Muttaburrasaurus

Muttaburrasaurus is known from fossils found in Australia and had a large, rounded structure on its snout. Scientists have proposed that this feature may have affected its calls or helped members of the species recognize one another, but its purpose is not certain.

Real-world colors of Muttaburrasaurus and the landscape

  • Muttaburrasaurus skin: unknown; muted brown, olive, rust, or gray are plausible natural choices
  • Snout and beak: the original colors are unknown; tan or darker brown can distinguish these areas
  • Hollow log: warm brown bark, reddish-brown wood, and dark brown interior cavities
  • Palm: green fronds with a tan, brown, or gray-brown trunk
  • Grass and mountains: green or straw-colored grass, with mountains in gray, brown, or earthy purple tones
Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What did Muttaburrasaurus eat?
It was an herbivorous ornithopod with jaws suited to processing vegetation. Researchers disagree about exactly which plants formed most of its diet.
Why might an old tree trunk become hollow?
Fungi, insects, moisture, and decay can gradually remove the softer inner wood while tougher outer sections remain. The resulting cavities often provide shelter for small living things.
Did Muttaburrasaurus walk on two legs or four?
Its body was capable of supporting movement on its hind legs, while the forelimbs could also help with standing or slower travel. The posture probably changed with its activity and speed.
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