CollectA Iguanodon Deluxe - Iguana Tooth Herbivore with Thumb Spike 1:40 Scale #88812

The Herbivore with the Famous Thumb Spike

Meet Iguanodon—the "Iguana Tooth"—one of the first dinosaurs ever scientifically described and a cornerstone of paleontology! This deluxe CollectA replica captures the distinctive features that made Iguanodon famous, including the remarkable thumb spike that puzzled scientists for decades. With its unique hand structure combining defensive spikes, hoof-like nails, and grasping fingers, this Early Cretaceous herbivore was perfectly adapted for both feeding and protection.

Premium Deluxe Features & Scientific Accuracy

• Distinctive thumb spike - the famous conical spike once mistaken for a horn on the nose
• Unique hand structure - spike thumb, three hoof-like middle fingers, grasping pinky finger
• Deluxe 1:40 scale - larger, more detailed than standard CollectA figures
• Herbivore adaptations - beak-like mouth and grinding teeth for plant material
• Hand-painted details - realistic coloring and texture on this premium figure
• Model #88812 - part of CollectA's prestigious Deluxe Prehistoric Life series

A Pioneer of Dinosaur Science

Iguanodon lived approximately 126-125 million years ago during the Early Cretaceous Period across Europe. Named in 1825 for its iguana-like teeth, Iguanodon was only the second dinosaur ever formally named (after Megalosaurus), making it a celebrity in the history of paleontology. Early scientists were so puzzled by the thumb spike that they initially placed it on the nose like a rhinoceros horn!

The hands of Iguanodon were remarkably versatile: the thumb spike served as a defensive weapon against predators, the three middle fingers bore the animal's weight when walking on all fours with hoof-like nails, and the flexible little finger could grasp vegetation like a human thumb. This 30-foot-long herbivore represents a pivotal moment in our understanding of prehistoric life.