Diplodocus: The Gentle Giant Who Never Skipped Leg Day

Diplodocus, scientifically known as Diplodocus carnegii, was a long-necked dinosaur that roamed the earth over 150 million years ago. Its name means “double beam,” which sounds more like a weapon in a science-fiction movie than a dinosaur, but hey, we’ll go with it.

This gentle giant is one of the most recognizable dinosaurs due to its distinctive long neck and tail. In fact, its tail had a series of bones that resembled a whip and could be used as a weapon when Diplodocus felt threatened.

Diplodocus was a herbivore that spent most of its time pulling a major leg day. Seriously, its legs were so muscular that we’re pretty sure it could bench press a T-Rex. Along with its strong legs, Diplodocus had a massive heart that could weigh up to 600 lbs. We’re talking about a dinosaur that took cardiovascular health seriously.

Despite its size and strength, Diplodocus was believed to have a calm and peaceful disposition, which is probably why it had no natural predators. Diplodocus roamed around the Cretaceous period in herds, munching on plants and living its best life without a care in the world.

Due to its popularity with the public, Diplodocus has appeared in numerous movies and books. The dinosaur even has a statue dedicated to it in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, named after its founder Andrew Carnegie. Diplodocus was truly a beloved dinosaur and will always be remembered as the gentle giant who never skipped leg day.