Proximal caudals of Haplocanthosaurus, from Hatcher (1903)

Key Points

• The study examines caudal vertebrae of Haplocanthosaurus priscus, focusing on fossil identification and characteristics.
• Caudal vertebrae from specimen CM 879, previously known as H. utterbacki, show distinctive features in lateral view.
• The analysis uses historical data, referencing the original findings recorded by Hatcher in 1903.
• By analyzing fossil structure, this investigation enhances our understanding of vertebrate evolution and taxonomy.