Come face-to-face with Dippy the dinosaur – explore their skull in 3D

Can you find Dippy’s nostrils? What feature does Diplodocus share with humans but few other dinosaurs?

Rotate, zoom in and explore the features of this popular dinosaur.

This 3D model of the skull of our iconic Diplodocus carnegii cast was produced by our Imaging and Analysis Centre.

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Make your own Dippy the Diplodocus skull

If you're a fan of Dippy the dinosaur, this activity is for you!

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Dippy the dino-star

The story of Dippy the Diplodocus stretches back more than 100 years. Take a look at some memorable moments in pictures.

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Britain's biggest Jurassic dinosaurs

What were the largest dinosaurs in Britain 200-145 million years ago? And why were they so big?

Four replica dinosaur skulls displayed on plinths against a cream background. From left to right, the skulls are: small T. rex, Triceratops, Fern the Diplodocus and a large T. rex.

Continue exploring at home

Look at dinosaur skulls any time you like with your very own replica. 

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