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Scientific Name Sarcosuchus imperator Location of Discovery Niger, Africa Anatomy Body Size: Up to 40 feet Jaw Size: Up to 6 feet Weight: Up to 10 tons Possible Food Sources Small Dinosaurs Fish Was it a Dinosaur? Paleontologists state that Sarcosuchus imperator was not a true dinosaur but an archosaur. Sarcosuchus imperator and modern crocodiles are thought to share a common ancestor. More About SuperCroc The following sites have more information about the SuperCroc discovery: SuperCroc Fossil Found in Sahara DinoQuest Sahara USA Today: What a Croc Share Your Opinions Have questions about Super Croc? Come on over to the Biology Forum and share your thoughts, opinions and feelings. Until next time... Previous Features |
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