The Camarasaurus was a medium to large sauropod genus from North America. The name Camarasaurus references the animal’s unique chambered vertebrae which aided in its respiratory system. The Camarasaurus had a slightly shorter neck and tail relative to other sauropods and had a boxy head and powerful jaw. It is believed that Camarasaurus’ bite force was among the strongest of all the sauropods and was used to break twigs and eat tough conifers.
The Camarasaurus was a medium to large sauropod genus from North America. The name Camarasaurus references the animal’s unique chambered vertebrae which aided in its respiratory system. The Camarasaurus had a slightly shorter neck and tail relative to other sauropods and had a boxy head and powerful jaw. It is believed that Camarasaurus’ bite force was among the strongest of all the sauropods and was used to break twigs and eat tough conifers.