Well protected and in a great mood: Ankylosaurus wears round armor made of big panels, plus a chunky club at the end of his tail. Our Ankylosaurus coloring page shows the ultimate armored dino at his friendliest. Grab this free printable dinosaur coloring page and color it panel by panel!
Why Kids Love Ankylosaurus
A dino built like a tank – kids find that super exciting. The big panels on his round back work like a mosaic, so each one can be colored separately. The round tail club is a fun detail that looks like a hammer. And his friendly face shows there’s a peaceful plant-eater under all that armor.
🖨️ Step by Step: How to Print It Best
Click “Print” on the right, or download the image or PDF.
Letter or A4 in portrait, scaling set to “Fit to page” – the dinosaur fits the sheet perfectly.
Regular printer paper is fine for colored pencils; for paint, use thicker paper (65–110 lb).
Grab your crayons and go – then give the finished masterpiece a spot on the fridge!
Fun Facts About Ankylosaurus
Ankylosaurus lived at the end of the Cretaceous period, about 68 to 66 million years ago, in western North America – at the same time as T-Rex. It grew about 20 to 26 feet long and was wide and heavy. Its name means “fused lizard.” Its back was covered in bony plates set into its skin – it even had armor above its eyes. The tail club was made of fused bones and was probably used for defense. It ate low-growing plants.
Fun Ideas for Your Finished Ankylosaurus
Cover the armor panels with paper scraps to make a mosaic. Shape an Ankylosaurus from clay and press in lentils or peas as armor. Or compare its armor with a turtle’s shell.
Color Ideas for Your Ankylosaurus
Armor in lots of colors:
Browns and grays look like real bony armor.
Each armor panel a different color.
A green head and legs with brown armor.
Make the tail club darker than the rest.
Great Times for This Ankylosaurus Coloring Page
An armored dino for lots of occasions:
Compare with turtles and armadillos.
Cover the panels with paper scraps.
Get ready to see armored dinos.
A tough dino for the coloring station.
Ankylosaurus Facts at a Glance
The armored dino:
Plates set in its skin.
Made of fused bones.
Wide and heavy.
Lived at the same time.
More Horned & Armored Dinosaur Coloring Pages
Find more armored and horned dinos in our horned and armored dinosaur collection.
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Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- Mosaic armor: Color it panel by panel.
- Friendly dino: Peaceful under the armor.
- Free to print: Download and print right away.
- Cool facts: Armored right over its eyes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page for?
This page works well for kids ages 5 to 8. The big armor panels are easy to color and invite lots of shades.
Is the download free?
Yes, all coloring pages on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal use, preschools, and schools.
What should we color it with?
Markers are great for the mosaic look, and colored pencils for shading. A dark marker makes the panel lines pop.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Ankylosaurus.