Spinosaurus: My Analysis
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MemberAllosaurusSeptember 12, 20147575 Views40 RepliesWe all know about the new Spinosaurus finds. We also know about its new quadrupedal reconstruction. However, Spinosaurus was a semiaquatic predator, but it probably wasn't (fully) quadrupedal. Why? Look below:
This is a Giant Anteater (Myrmecophaga trydactyla). It, like the Spinosaurus, has long, scythe-like claws, that can easily be damaged. This is why the creature walks on its knuckles. The Spinosaurus, as a reptile, probably didn't have the right muscles or joints to allow such movement. Now, we know about its long tail, used for swimming, could have a lot of weight in it, to support the creature. Hwever, Spino would probably walk quadrupedally when it had the chance, such as in shallow water, sandy shores, and other soft places, to avoid claw damage.
Diet:
We presume Spinosaurus ate primarily fish, but it was also an oppurtunsistic predator. Here's another example:
This is a Nile Crocodile (Crocodylus niloticus) It has teeth like a Spinosaurus, which help it catch fish. However, it also eats zebras, gazelles, birds, and wildebeest. This could tell us that Spinosaurus ate primarily fish, but also Ouranosaurus, pterosaurs, carrion, and possibly juvenile sauropods.
Conclusion:
I hope this analysis on Spinosaurus helped you see my opinion on this incredible animal. Now, in the comments,I don't want ANY mention of Tyrannosaurus, as that could start a fight in the comments. Moderators, feel free to lock this discussion if it gets out of hand.
Prehistoric Kingdom, this is what Spinosaurus probably looked like.
“Banana oil.”- George Takei, Gigantis: The Fire Monster
I wonder... (sorry for mentioning a modern-day predator that isn't a crocodilian but I don't see how the animal I'm about to mention could cause an arguement)
What if spino had a tail fin similar to modern day eals?
Picture for referance:
Here, have a waffle (-'.')-#
