Dorudon: The Ancient Predator of Prehistoric Oceans The prehistoric oceans were ruled by a wide variety of creatures, from massive marine reptiles to the ancestors of modern whales. Dorudon is a fascinating example of this transition—a primitive cetacean that, despite being extinct, left an impressive evolutionary legacy. This animal has become one of my favorites,…
The Jurassic Giant That Defied Gravity Among the sauropod dinosaurs, Diplodocus is undoubtedly one of the most iconic. Its long neck, slender body, and whip-like tail make it a symbol of the Late Jurassic, a time when giants ruled the Earth. Since childhood, this dinosaur has been my favorite. My fascination began when I saw…
The Aerial Hunter of the Early Jurassic Among the most intriguing pterosaurs of the Early Jurassic, Dimorphodon stands out due to its unique combination of features. With a large, robust skull, sharp teeth, and membranous wings, this flying reptile has fascinated paleontologists and collectors alike. Despite its importance in pterosaur evolution, Dimorphodon has not been…
Dimetrodon: The Supreme Predator Before the Dinosaurs When we think of prehistoric predators, dinosaurs often come to mind first. However, long before dinosaurs ruled the Earth, Dimetrodon was the king of its ecosystem. This impressive carnivore, easily recognizable by its large sail-like structure on its back, lived during the Early to Middle Permian period, around…
The Two-Crested Hunter of the Jurassic Among the carnivorous dinosaurs of the Early Jurassic, Dilophosaurus wetherilli stands out for its distinctive appearance and popularity in pop culture. This medium-sized theropod had two prominent crests on its skull, whose function is still debated by paleontologists. With a combination of speed, sharp claws, and serrated teeth, Dilophosaurus…
One of the First Carnivorous Dinosaurs in the World When talking about the earliest carnivorous dinosaurs, Coelophysis is impossible to ignore. This agile predator lived approximately 228 to 201 million years ago, during the Late Triassic. Famous for its slender build, speed, and intelligence, Coelophysis is one of the earliest known theropods, marking the beginning…
The Forgotten King of the Ceratopsians Among the most famous ceratopsians, such as Triceratops or Styracosaurus, Chasmosaurus often remains in the shadows, despite being one of the most fascinating horned dinosaurs of the Cretaceous. Its large, perforated frill and agile build make it one of the most interesting ceratopsians, even if it hasn’t reached the…
The Giant of the Jurassic Brachiosaurus altithorax is one of the most iconic dinosaurs in history. Its massive size, long neck, and towering stance make it one of the most impressive sauropods to have ever walked the Earth during the Late Jurassic, approximately 154 to 150 million years ago. Famous for its appearance in Jurassic…
The Best-Preserved Armored Dinosaur in History Borealopelta markmitchelli is undoubtedly one of the best-preserved dinosaur fossils ever discovered. This remarkable nodosaur from the Early Cretaceous, found in Canada, has provided scientists with extraordinary insights into its anatomy, coloration, and even its last meal. Its discovery revolutionized our understanding of armored dinosaurs, offering an unprecedented look…
Masters of Stealth in Prehistoric Oceans Belemnites were extinct cephalopods that dominated the oceans from the Devonian until their disappearance at the end of the Cretaceous. Although they resembled modern squids and cuttlefish, they had a major difference: an internal calcified shell, known as the rostrum, which provided stability and allowed them to move swiftly…
When Whales Had Teeth Basilosaurus is one of the most fascinating prehistoric marine mammals. Despite its name, which means «king lizard,» it was not a reptile but rather a primitive cetacean, a distant ancestor of modern whales. This apex predator of the Late Eocene (approximately 41 to 34 million years ago) ruled the oceans with…
With Lethal Claws Baryonyx walkeri is one of the most unique carnivorous dinosaurs of the Early Cretaceous. With its slender body, elongated snout, and massive claw on its hands, this theropod stood out among the predators of its time. Unlike other carnivorous theropods, Baryonyx had features that suggest a semi-aquatic lifestyle, making it one of…
