Thorne is a stegosaurus with a tough past. He spent years in a cramped dinosaur park in Pennsylvania. The conditions were harsh. He had an injured eye and scars around his neck from constant chaining.

When Castaway Raptor Sanctuary (CRS) found out about him, we acted fast. They knew his life depended on it. After a long legal battle, Thorne was finally free. He arrived at the Dinosaur Conservatory Institute, a place where he could roam and meet other stegosaurs.

But things didn’t go well. Thorne, an adult male, was rejected by the herd. The matriarch was harsh. He faced bullying and abuse. The lead scientist at the institute realized it wasn't safe for him. So, CRS was called again.

Now, Thorne has his safe haven here at the sanctuary. He has a big heart and a love for apples. His stubborn nature sometimes gets in the way. He’s pushy when it comes to getting what he wants. But deep down, he just wants to belong.  Thorne’s journey has shaped him, making him both gentle and resilient.