Giganotosaurus skull in 3D

Giganotosaurus is one of the largest carnivorous dinosaurs known today. It lived in the Upper Cretaceous, around 98 million years ago, in what is now Argentina.

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Discovered in 1993 by paleontologist Rodolfo Coria, Giganotosaurus was a massive bipedal predator, measuring around 12 to 13 meters in length and weighing up to 8 tons.

This dinosaur belonged to the Carcharodontosauridae family, characterized by its tapered teeth and imposing size. Giganotosaurus had a massive head, narrow skull and powerful limbs. It was probably an active predator, hunting prey such as the giant sauropods that populated its environment.

Giganotosaurus is important for understanding the diversity of large Cretaceous carnivores and the evolution of theropod dinosaurs. Its discovery has helped expand our knowledge of the biology and behavior of these ancient predators, while sparking continued interest and fascination with dinosaurs and the history of life on Earth.

Size and shape: The skull of Giganotosaurus was massive, but relatively narrow compared with other large carnivorous dinosaurs. It measured around 1.5 meters in length and had an elongated shape, giving it a fearsome appearance.

Sharp teeth: One of the most impressive features of the Giganotosaurus skull was its jaw equipped with sharp teeth. These conical teeth, measuring up to 20 centimetres in length, were perfectly adapted to seize and shred the flesh of its prey with efficiency.

Powerful jaw: The Giganotosaurus jaw was supported by powerful muscles, enabling it to exert considerable force when closing its jaws. This strength was useful for puncturing the skin and bones of its prey when hunting and feeding.

Nasal openings: Giganotosaurus had large nasal openings on the top of its skull. These openings were essential to enable it to breathe efficiently while hunting, thus avoiding breathlessness during intense physical exertion.

Cranial cavities: Inside the skull, there were cranial cavities that housed the relatively small brain of Giganotosaurus. Despite its imposing size, this dinosaur's brain was proportionately smaller compared to its body size, suggesting that it probably had limited cognitive abilities compared to some other large predators.

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