Dinosaur Day is the perfect holiday to expand your knowledge and learn more about dinosaurs. These large extinct animals inspire fear and fascinate with their size and majesty.
History
The Mesozoic, or ‘dinosaur’, era began more than 250 million years ago. The word dinosaur means “terrible lizard.” It did not appear until 1842 when they were named reptiles by Richard Owen. Nowadays, scientists have learned a lot about their movement and development. By the way, birds are considered the descendants of dinosaurs.
The last dinosaurs lived on our planet 64 million years ago. Why did the dinosaurs die out? Scientists believe a giant meteorite hit Earth. When a huge cloud of dust formed, the sun was blocked, and the air temperature dropped. Dinosaurs, being cold-blooded, could not survive without heat.
It is unknown when Dinosaur Day was established. The holiday’s purpose is to expand knowledge and join the study of interesting artifacts. The holiday is enjoyed by children who love to study dinosaurs’ lives, as well as various scientific organizations.
Interesting Facts
- Dinosaurs lived all over the Earth.
- About 1,000 species of dinosaurs are known to science.
- The tallest dinosaur, Diplodocus, was 79 feet tall.
- The smallest dinosaur’s remains were found in modern-day Germany. Scientists have established its weight was 2.5 kg.
- The closest living relatives of dinosaurs are crocodiles.
- The brain size of most dinosaurs was similar to a walnut.
How to Take Part
There are several ways to have a great Dinosaur Day:
- Visit a museum.
- Create a dinosaur model (using a construction kit or wood).
- Attend online programs.
- Play themed board games.
When is Dinosaur Day in 2024?
Dinosaur Day is observed on June 1st.
Observations
Weekday | Month | Day | Year |
Saturday | June | 1 | 2024 |
Sunday | June | 1 | 2025 |
Monday | June | 1 | 2026 |
Tuesday | June | 1 | 2027 |
Thursday | June | 1 | 2028 |
Friday | June | 1 | 2029 |