Overview

• The dinosaur's remains, found in 2013, consist of 149 bones and were identified as a new genus and species.
• Comptonatus chasei is comparable in size to a large male American bison and likely lived in herds.
• Unique features in its skull, teeth, and notably large pubic hip bone distinguish it from other iguanodontians.
• The discovery highlights the rich dinosaur diversity in southern England during the Early Cretaceous period.
• The fossil is now housed at the Dinosaur Isle Museum, contributing to ongoing research and future discoveries.