Was Spinosaurus a quadruped?

Ernst Stromer found the first partial skeleton of Spinosaurus in 1912. A major find by Nizar Ibrahim added new pieces to the skeleton, cementing theories that Spinosaurus was primarily quadrupedal and had a large dorsal sail and a more crocodilian skull, with teeth suggesting a diet heavy on fish.

Did carcharodontosaurus eat Spinosaurus?

Adult Carcharodontosaurus may have been a major predator of young and old Spinosaurus.

Was Spinosaurus aquatic or semi aquatic?

This spectacular dinosaur has been interpreted as a fish-eating and semi-aquatic animal, and more recently shown to have possessed a highly modified tail suited for propelling the animal through water.

Is the T. rex the King?

One of the largest known carnivorous dinosaurs, Tyrannosaurus rex — T. rex maintains a reputation as king of the dinosaurs. In fact, the animal’s name means “king of the tyrant lizards”. “Tyranno” means tyrant in Greek; “saurus” means lizard in Greek; and “rex” translates to “king” in Latin.

Was the Spinosaurus bigger than the T-Rex?

Spinosaurus was the biggest of all the carnivorous dinosaurs, larger than Tyrannosaurus and Giganotosaurus. It lived during part of the Cretaceous period, about 112 million to 97 million years ago, roaming the swamps of North Africa.

What period did Spinosaurus live?

Spinosaurus lived during the late Cretaceous Period. Spinosaurus was the biggest of all the carnivorous dinosaurs, larger than Tyrannosaurus and Giganotosaurus . It lived during part of the Cretaceous period, about 112 million to 97 million years ago, roaming the swamps of North Africa.

Was Spinosaurus aegyptiacus a predator or prey?

Spinosaurus aegyptiacus was probably the largest predatory dinosaur of the Cretaceous period. A new study shows that it was a semiaquatic hunter. The function of Spinosaurus’ huge dorsal ‘sail’ remains unsolved, however. Three hypotheses have been proposed: (1) thermoregulation; (2) humpback storage; or (3) display.

What was the largest dinosaur that ever lived?

Recent research has shown Spinosaurus aegyptiacus is most likely the largest species of carnivorous dinosaur that ever lived, measuring over 50 feet long.

What was the purpose of Spinosaurus’ sail?

There has been much scientific debate regarding the evolution and purpose of Spinosaurus’ sail. Because of its size, this dinosaur did not have many predators, but the sail could have been used to ward off enemies, as the dinosaur would have appeared to be twice its size with the sail fully extended.