Coelophysis

Why were hundreds of Coelophysis fossils found together at a site in New Mexico? Did Coelophysis live in a herd? Was there more than one kind of Coelophysis? And why did Coelophysis die out? Explore the many mysteries that still surround this early dinosaur, hundreds of millions of years after it disappeared. The Exploring Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures series is the first stepping-stone in developing a child's knowledge of prehistoric natural history. By learning about the incredible creatures of the past, readers begin to understand modern-day animals as well as the delicate balance of the world's environments. From the habitats of prehistory to the fossil hunters of the early twentieth century and the revolutionary discoveries of today, these books present a wealth of information about dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures, how they were discovered, and the mysteries of their ancient worlds.