RE: STEGO'S PLATES

[PartyStego@aol.com]

The following was posted on 5/3:

> I've seen a lot of debate as to the purpose of Stegosaurus
> plates. Some of it suggesting a heating or cooling mechanism for
> it's metabolism and some suggesting a defense scare tactic to ward
> of predators. What about the plates as a camouflage device? Has this
> been suggested before? If it was foraging among thick vegatation,
> might the plates help it blend in with its surroundings? If this was
> true, might this suggest something about skin coloring since most
> vegetation is some shade of green?
>
> S.S. Lazarus

The following are my thoughts:

Regarding the purpose of the Stego's plates, I think they were used
for all of the above.  The Stego was a very complex creature, and very
unique.  Since the tail and spikes were used for balance and
self-defense, it stands to reason that your theory is very valid.
Keep on thinking about the Stego!!!!!!!!

If anyone wants to talk about Stegos, e-mail me at Stego1@aol.com.
I'm obsessed with stegos, I have 200 stegos, and my license plate is
Stego.

 Also, my friends call me Stego.  I love Stegos because they were so
unique looking.

Signed,
Stego