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Stegosaurus stenops is a well-known herbivorous dinosaur that lived during the Late Jurassic period, approximately 155 to 150 million years ago.

It belongs to the family Stegosauridae and is famous for its distinctive and impressive array of bony plates and tail spikes. Here's a short description of Stegosaurus stenops:

Appearance: Stegosaurus stenops was a large dinosaur, measuring up to 26 to 30 feet (8 to 9 meters) in length and weighing several tons. Its most striking feature was its double row of large, flat, diamond-shaped bony plates along its back. These plates could grow up to 2 feet (60 centimeters) in length and were likely covered in skin.

Tail spikes: At the end of its tail, Stegosaurus stenops had a set of four sharp, pointed spikes called "thagomizers." These spikes were used for defense against predators and possibly in intraspecific combat or communication.

Body structure: It had a relatively small head with a beak-like mouth for cropping vegetation. Stegosaurus stenops had a robust, barrel-shaped body and relatively short legs.

Diet: As an herbivore, it primarily fed on low-lying plants, such as ferns and cycads, using its teeth to chew plant material.

Habitat: Fossils of Stegosaurus stenops have been found in North America, primarily in the western part of the continent, including regions that are now part of the United States, such as Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming.

Social behavior: While the social behavior of Stegosaurus is not well-documented, some scientists believe they may have been solitary animals or traveled in small groups.

Extinction: Like many other dinosaurs, Stegosaurus stenops went extinct at the end of the Jurassic period, around 150 million years ago.

Stegosaurus stenops is an iconic dinosaur known for its unique and easily recognizable appearance, featuring both the bony plates and tail spikes.

These features have made it a favorite subject in paleontological research and a popular figure in dinosaur-themed media and exhibits.