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Spinosaurus: My Analysis

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Sci-Fi King25

MemberAllosaurusSep-12-2014 3:34 PM

We 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

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Tyrant king

MemberCompsognathusSep-12-2014 3:42 PM

Nice analysis. I hope no one brings up any other carnivores.

Sci-Fi King25

MemberAllosaurusSep-12-2014 3:50 PM

^Thanks! I also hope so. The only carnivores I hope are mentioned are modern crocodilians.

“Banana oil.”- George Takei, Gigantis: The Fire Monster

Tyrant king

MemberCompsognathusSep-12-2014 3:59 PM

Yes. And I am so glad you think they ate tills crocs and not just ate fish.

Lord Vader

MemberTyrannosaurus RexSep-12-2014 4:05 PM

I agree SFKing. Nice post. 

Jack of all trades. Master of none

Something Real

MemberTyrannosaurus RexSep-12-2014 4:08 PM

SCI-FI KING25 - How very compelling! I've been following the stories concerning the "Spinosaurus Revision" since they broke and can say for certain that the conjecture being thrown back and forth is leading to quite a bit of interesting hypothesis. I greatly enjoy the time you took with your presentation - exceptionally well-devised! Thank you very much for sharing this with us! :)

Lord Vader

MemberTyrannosaurus RexSep-12-2014 4:10 PM

Something Real, long time no see, good to see you back. 

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Tyrant king

MemberCompsognathusSep-12-2014 4:12 PM

Hello. I am not sure who you are but I say hello and I'm tyrant king but you cclassless me tyrant or king wich ever you prefer.

Silver_Falcon

MemberCompsognathusSep-12-2014 4:15 PM

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 (-'.')-#

Lord Vader

MemberTyrannosaurus RexSep-12-2014 4:16 PM

That's an interesting theory Silver. It's possible, and would assist it for an aquatic lifestyle. 

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Tyrant king

MemberCompsognathusSep-12-2014 4:18 PM

Silver, scifi and I wre mainly talking about theropods other then spinosaurus. 

Silver_Falcon

MemberCompsognathusSep-12-2014 4:18 PM

I just realized that crocodilians have something present as well :P (the eal demonstrates it much better though)

Here, have a waffle (-'.')-#

Something Real

MemberTyrannosaurus RexSep-12-2014 4:21 PM

MR.HAPPY9097 - It's nice to be back, sweetie. This girl's been off on a much-needed holiday to the beach. It's exceptionally wonderful to be welcomed back after a break! Thank you so very much! :)

Raptor-401

MemberAllosaurusSep-12-2014 4:22 PM

Interesting discussion, SFK, well stated.

 

Also, welcome back Something Real, everyone did miss you around here.

IT'S TIME TO DU-DU-DU-DU-DUEL!!!

Lord Vader

MemberTyrannosaurus RexSep-12-2014 4:22 PM

You're welcome. Always nice to see familiar faces after so long. It's always nice to take a holiday. 

Jack of all trades. Master of none

Tyrant king

MemberCompsognathusSep-12-2014 4:24 PM

I think dpino had a tail like a crocodile .

Silver_Falcon

MemberCompsognathusSep-12-2014 4:24 PM

Welcome back something real, not sure when exactly you left, but stuff has been happening lately. Lots of stuff.

Here, have a waffle (-'.')-#

Sci-Fi King25

MemberAllosaurusSep-12-2014 4:43 PM

@Something Real, it's goot to have you back on the forums!

 

Also, thanks for the positive reviews! SF, I like your eel theory. It's pretty interesting. I'm also happy a RvS war didn't spawn in the comments.

“Banana oil.”- George Takei, Gigantis: The Fire Monster

JPCerato

MemberCompsognathusSep-12-2014 4:47 PM

Nice! I totally agree, I find it hard to believe it walked on all fours.

Raptor-401

MemberAllosaurusSep-12-2014 4:48 PM

Still, I still think it didn't walk on all fours.

IT'S TIME TO DU-DU-DU-DU-DUEL!!!

Sci-Fi King25

MemberAllosaurusSep-12-2014 4:53 PM

^Neither do I.

“Banana oil.”- George Takei, Gigantis: The Fire Monster

Lord Vader

MemberTyrannosaurus RexSep-12-2014 4:58 PM

It was most certainly bipedal. It may have gone on all fours every so often, but not regularly. 

Jack of all trades. Master of none

Raptor-401

MemberAllosaurusSep-12-2014 5:00 PM

I know, if I remember correctly some dinosaurs soemtimes went on all fours, hydrosaurs if I'm correct.

 

 

IT'S TIME TO DU-DU-DU-DU-DUEL!!!

Something Real

MemberTyrannosaurus RexSep-12-2014 5:08 PM

EVERYONE - You guys are so very sweet! Thank you ever so much for welcoming me back so warmly! I'll do my very best to earn this reception. You certainly know how to make a girl blush 10 shades! Thank you all so much! :)

Lord Vader

MemberTyrannosaurus RexSep-12-2014 5:10 PM

Well Something Real, you know we're a very friendly forum for the most part. We've had our issues, but that's once in a blue moon, and we're usually good again the next day. 

Jack of all trades. Master of none

Something Real

MemberTyrannosaurus RexSep-12-2014 5:22 PM

MR>HAPPY9097 - Very nicely-said, sweetie. I'm looking forward to seeing what happens next! ;)

indiana jones

MemberCompsognathusSep-12-2014 8:36 PM

im tempted to say the T word just because you said not to

"That is one big pile of sh*t" -Doctor Ian Malcom

Silver_Falcon

MemberCompsognathusSep-12-2014 8:44 PM

If you do we may have to ex-communicate you.

Here, have a waffle (-'.')-#

indiana jones

MemberCompsognathusSep-12-2014 8:45 PM

im just kidding man! im only joking around! i wont do it!

"That is one big pile of sh*t" -Doctor Ian Malcom

Silver_Falcon

MemberCompsognathusSep-12-2014 9:02 PM

Good. But the collective is watching you. You've been warned.

Here, have a waffle (-'.')-#

indiana jones

MemberCompsognathusSep-12-2014 9:10 PM

0_0

"That is one big pile of sh*t" -Doctor Ian Malcom

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