Brachiosaurus

The long-necked herbivorous dinosaur representing Jurassic Park

A herbivorous dinosaur with an extremely long neck, appearing in iconic scenes in the Jurassic Park movies, with its huge and gentle appearance leaving a strong impression.

Quotes

  • (Although the dinosaur itself has no dialogue) The scene of stretching its long neck in Jurassic Park is shocking and unforgettable.

Trivia

  • Brachiosaurus is one of the few dinosaurs in Jurassic Park for which an actual swimming scene was created.
  • Although depicted as larger in the movie, some estimates suggest its actual total length is around 20m.
  • It is also loved by fans for its unique silhouette in puppetry and CG production.
  • Its neck length is characteristic, and it is sometimes called a long-necked dragon.

Alternate names

Brachiosaurus Brachio Long-Necked Dinosaur

Tags

Dinosaur Jurassic Park Herbivorous Dinosaur Long Neck Megalosaurids Movie Character Genetically Modified Movie Monster Movie Icon

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Profile

Species
Dinosaur (Sauropod)

Appearance

Overall appearance
A massive herbivorous dinosaur with an extremely long neck that mainly eats leaves from tall trees. Forelimbs are longer than hindlimbs, resulting in a high body height.
Height
Approximately 12-13m (total length including neck about 26m)
Weight
Estimated to be about 30-50 tons
Distinguishing features
  • Extremely long neck
  • Large build
  • Forelimbs longer than hindlimbs
Iconic items
  • Iconic scene from Jurassic Park
  • Huge torso
  • Image of eating leaves
  • Movie CG model

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Gentle
Detailed personality
In the movies, it has a mild and peaceful nature, giving a calm and gentle impression contrary to its large body.
Keywords
  • Gentle
  • Huge
  • Herbivorous
  • Iconic
  • Quiet
  • Laid-back
Talents
  • Long neck for eating leaves from tall trees
  • Defensive power from huge body
  • Endurance
Skills
  • Living in herds
  • Adaptation to waterside living
Favorite foods
Leaves from tall trees, Large amounts of plants
Favorite places
Forests or watersides

History

Backstory
In the Jurassic Park series, it is one of the dinosaurs revived in the modern era through genetic engineering. It appears mainly as a herbivore in the dinosaur park environment and is depicted as a representative symbol of the dinosaur world.
Debut date
June 11, 1993
Work title
Jurassic Park
Media type
Movie

Iconic swimming scene

Significant event
Iconic swimming scene
Description
In the original movie, scenes of swimming underwater and approaching vehicles are depicted impressively, gaining recognition from many fans.

First appearance scene

Significant event
First appearance scene
Description
It first appears in the middle of the movie, showing a gentle appearance in contrast to carnivorous dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus.

Reappearance in sequels

Significant event
Reappearance in sequels
Description
It frequently appears in Jurassic Park sequel movies and media, forming one of the series' popular characters.

Relationships

Jurassic Park dinosaur herd

Jurassic Park dinosaur herd: unknown

Media appearances

Jurassic Park

Movie / Protagonist

1993 theatrical release

The Lost World: Jurassic Park

Movie / Supporting

1997 theatrical release

Jurassic World

Movie / Supporting

2015 theatrical release

Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom

Movie / Supporting

2018 theatrical release

Jurassic World Dominion

Movie / Supporting

2022 theatrical release

Voice cast and creators

Michael Crichton

Creator name
Michael Crichton
Role
Original author

ILM (Industrial Light & Magic)

Creator name
ILM (Industrial Light & Magic)
Role
Animation studio

Related goods

Brachiosaurus Figure

Item name
Brachiosaurus Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Jurassic Park Brachiosaurus Plush

Item name
Jurassic Park Brachiosaurus Plush
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Regular

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