nodosauridae
Nodosauridae is an extinct family of ankylosaurian dinosaurs that lived during the Cretaceous period. These herbivores were characterized by their extensive armor plating, which covered their bodies in the form of bony scutes and spikes, providing protection against predators. Nodosaurids were quadrupedal, with stocky bodies and short, stout legs. Unlike their close relatives, the nodosaurids generally lacked tail clubs. Instead, their tails were more flexible and often adorned with spikes.
The family Nodosauridae is diverse, with many genera and species described from fossils found across the globe,