Dinosaurs made famous by Jurassic Park and Jurassic World
Published on: May 30, 2026, 2:31 p.m. | Source: Times of India
Dinosaurs were a big deal long before Jurassic Park landed in theaters in ’93. From scientists and kids to adventure seekers and museum buffs — everybody loved them. But then Spielberg unleashed the T. rex, and out of nowhere (well, out of a lot of scientific research), dinosaurs weren’t just bones behind glass. They became roaring, terrifying stars. Kids begged for dinosaur toys. Adults argued about which dinosaur would win in a fight. Everyone started checking under the kitchen table for velociraptors.Decades later, Jurassic Park (and Jurassic World) haven’t faded a bit. Sure, paleontologists groan at the way Hollywood bends science, but these movies made certain prehistoric creatures famous around the world. Some became heroes. Some became villains. And one — well, that one was pure science fiction. Let’s take a close look at nine dinosaurs (and one hybrid monster) that shot to fame thanks to Jurassic Park, and why folks just can’t seem to get enough of them.
