|
|
|
Giganotosaurus
Click here for more Giganotosaurus Pictures
Giganotosaurus was a carnivorous (meat-eating) dinosaur
that lived in Argentina
during the late Cretaceous period.
between approximately 93 to 89 million
years ago.
Giganotosaurus was up to 43 feet (13.2 meters) long,
and the largest animals probably weighed approximately 6.2 tons.
Fossils of
the giant
Sauropod dinosaur,
Titanosaurus, have been found near
Giganotosaurus, and it is therefore thought likely that Giganotosaurus
would have preyed on these herbivores.
There is also evidence that dinosaurs in the same family as Giganotosaurus
were pack hunters, and as a result, it seems probable that Giganotosaurus was
too.
Giganotosaurus has a number of noteable features. These include:
- Although larger than Tyrannosaurus rex,
Giganotosaurus only has a brain about half the size.
- Giganotosaurus has shorter and narrower teeth than
Tyrannosaurus rex, and these teeth
are particularly well adapted for slicing flesh.
- The brain of Giganotosaurus has a well-developed olfactory region, and the animal probably therefore
had a very good sense of smell.
- Recent research suggests that Giganotosaurus may have been a fast runner, perhaps capable of speeds
in excess of 30 miles per hour (14 meters per second).
Giganotosaurus was a carnivore (meat-eater) that lived from 93 to 89 million years ago
Related Information & Resources
See Also
Giganotosaurus Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Giganotosaurus:
- Giganotosaurus was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Giganotosaurus" means "giant southern lizard".
- Giganotosaurus was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Giganotosaurus was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Giganotosaurus was a Theropod - a member of a group of related bipedal dinosaurs that included the ancestors of birds (although Giganotosaurus was not itself an ancestor of birds).
- Giganotosaurus lived between about 93 million years ago and 89 million years ago, during the late Cretaceous period.
- Giganotosaurus lived in southern Argentina.
- Giganotosaurus was a carnivore (meat-eater).
- Giganotosaurus was a carnivore (meat-eater) with teeth adapted for slicing flesh. It is thought to have preyed upon herbivores (plant-eaters) such as the giant Sauropod, Titanosaurus. Fossils of close relatives to Giganotosaurus are suggestive of pack-hunting, and Giganotosaurus may well have hunted in packs too.
- Giganotosaurus was about 40 feet (12.2 meters) to 43 feet (13.2 meters) long.
- The largest Giganotosaurus weighed an estimated 6.2 tons.
|
|
Giganotosaurus Books
Here are some books from Amazon.com:
Disclosure: Products details and descriptions provided by Amazon.com. Our company may receive a payment if you purchase products from them after following a link from this website.
By Will Dare
SOURCEBKS JABBERWOCKY
Released: April 4th, 2017
Paperback (144 pages)
 | Lowest New Price: $5.99*
In Stock.*
*(As of 15:21 Pacific 5 Jul 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
How to Rope a Giganotosaurus (Dino Riders)- Manufacturer: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
- Brand: SOURCEBKS JABBERWOCKY
- ISBN: 1492636207
- UPC: 760789259005
- EANs: 9781492636205, 0760789259005
Details:- Paperback
- Edition: Reprint
- Number of Pages: 144
- Author: Will Dare
- Publication Date: April 4th, 2017
- Release Date: April 4th, 2017
Physical Description:- Size: 7.7 Inches by 5.7 Inches by 0.4 Inches
- Weight: 0.4 Pounds
Features:Click here for more information |
|
By Templar Books
Candlewick Entertainment
Released: September 10th, 2019
Hardcover (32 pages)
 | List Price: $12.99*
Lowest New Price: $11.69*
In Stock.*
*(As of 15:21 Pacific 5 Jul 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
The Story of Gigantosaurus- Manufacturer: Candlewick Entertainment
- ISBN: 153621230X
- EAN: 9781536212303
Details:- Hardcover
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Templar Books
- Publication Date: September 10th, 2019
- Release Date: September 10th, 2019
Physical Description:- Size: 10.25 Inches by 10.25 Inches by 0.38 Inches
- Weight: 0.95 Pounds
Click here for more information |
|
By Rob Shone
Brand: PowerKids Press
Released: August 1st, 2008
Paperback (32 pages)
 | Lowest New Price: $12.30*
In Stock.*
*(As of 15:21 Pacific 5 Jul 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
Giganotosaurus: The Giant Southern Lizard (Graphic Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Rosen Pub Group
- Brand: Brand: PowerKids Press
- ISBN: 1404277129
- EAN: 9781404277120
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Rob Shone
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2008
- Release Date: August 1st, 2008
Physical Description:- Size: 11.25 Inches by 9.0 Inches by 0.25 Inches
- Weight: 0.0039903669422 Pounds
Features:- Used Book in Good Condition
Click here for more information |
|
By Michael John O'Hearn
Brand: Edge Books
Released: January 1st, 2010
Library Binding (32 pages)
 | List Price: $27.99*
Lowest New Price: $19.99*
In Stock.*
*(As of 15:21 Pacific 5 Jul 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
Spinosaurus vs. Giganotosaurus: Battle of the Giants (Dinosaur Wars)- Manufacturer: Capstone Press
- Brand: Brand: Edge Books
- ISBN: 1429639369
- EAN: 9781429639361
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Michael John O'Hearn
- Publication Date: January 1st, 2010
- Release Date: January 1st, 2010
Physical Description:- Size: 8.99999999082 Inches by 6.99999999286 Inches by 0.31102362173 Inches
- Weight: 0.55 Pounds
Features:- Used Book in Good Condition
Click here for more information |
|
By Michael P. Goecke
Buddy Books
Released: January 1st, 2007
Library Binding (32 pages)
 | List Price: $27.07*
Lowest Used Price: $23.97*
In Stock.*
*(As of 15:21 Pacific 5 Jul 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
Giganotosaurus (Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Buddy Books
- ISBN: 1599286971
- EAN: 9781599286976
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Michael P. Goecke
- Publication Date: January 1st, 2007
- Release Date: January 1st, 2007
Physical Description:- Size: 8.5 Inches by 7.25 Inches by 0.5 Inches
- Weight: 0.51 Pounds
Click here for more information |
|
By Jonny Duddle
TEMPLAR
Released: March 7th, 2017
Board book (30 pages)
 | List Price: $8.99*
Lowest New Price: $7.99*
In Stock.*
*(As of 15:21 Pacific 5 Jul 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
Gigantosaurus- Manufacturer: Templar
- Brand: TEMPLAR
- ISBN: 0763692948
- EAN: 9780763692940
- PartNumber: Illustrated
Details:- Product Category: Board book
- Edition: Reissue
- Number of Pages: 30
- Author: Jonny Duddle
- Publication Date: March 7th, 2017
- Release Date: March 7th, 2017
Physical Description:- Size: 7.75 Inches by 6.5 Inches by 0.75 inches
- Weight: 0.85 Pounds
Features:Click here for more information |
|
By Joanne Mattern
Brand: Weekly Reader Early Learning Library
Released: January 12th, 2007
Library Binding (24 pages)
 | List Price: $23.00*
Lowest Used Price: $12.91*
In Stock.*
*(As of 15:21 Pacific 5 Jul 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
Giganotosaurus (Let's Read About Dinosaurs; Weekly Reader, Early Learning Library)- Manufacturer: Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub
- Brand: Brand: Weekly Reader Early Learning Library
- ISBN: 0836876962
- EAN: 9780836876963
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Joanne Mattern
- Publication Date: January 12th, 2007
- Release Date: January 12th, 2007
Physical Description:- Size: 7.0 Inches by 7.0 Inches by 0.25 Inches
- Weight: 0.4 Pounds
Features:- Used Book in Good Condition
Click here for more information |
|
Giganotosaurus Toys
Here are some toys/games from Amazon.com:
Disclosure: Products details and descriptions provided by Amazon.com. Our company may receive a payment if you purchase products from them after following a link from this website.
SCHLEICH
Toy Accessory
 | Lowest New Price: $24.07*
In Stock.*
*(As of 15:21 Pacific 5 Jul 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
SCHLEICH Dinosaurs Giganotosaurus Educational Figurine for Kids Ages 4-12- Manufacturer: Schleich
- Brand: SCHLEICH
- Model: 15010
- EAN: 4055744029356
- PartNumber: 15010
Details:- Product Category: Accessory
Physical Description:- Size: 7.087 Inches by 7.913 Inches by 4.055 Inches
- Weight: 1.053 Pounds
- Color: Toy
Features:- DETAILED & REALISTIC. Crafted with precision and authentic detail to create a lifelike toy that teaches and inspires toddlers and kids of every age; helps introduce children to animals. From the first sketch to the intricate finishing touches, we see value in every detail.
- HEALTHY IMAGINATIVE PLAY. The Giganotosaurus from Schleich is carefully designed to inspire safe and creative pretend play for children as both a single toy or part of a larger collection.
- PART OF A GROWING PLAY WORLD. The Giganotosaurus is part of the Dinosaurs collection of figurines and playsets from Schleich. Great for gifting, this figurine can stand alone or fit into a larger, modular play world. The Dinosaurs Dinosaur Set with Cave is an excellent accompaniment.
- BUILT TO LAST. As an 85-year-old German toy company, we are committed to manufacturing realistic toys with the highest standard of quality and safety for years of durable play and collectability. All products and the materials used meet or exceed the strictest applicable national and international toy safety requirements.
- EXPERT APPROVED. “Schleich playsets and figurines inspire kids to play imaginatively: an essential part of healthy childhood development so often overlooked in today’s fast-paced world.” - Dr. Sandra Stone, open-ended play expert
Click here for more information |
|
SCHLEICH
Multicoloured Accessory
 | List Price: $19.99*
Lowest New Price: $18.42*
In Stock.*
*(As of 15:21 Pacific 5 Jul 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
Schleich Dinosaurs Giganotosaurus Juvenile Educational Figurine for Kids Ages 4-12- Manufacturer: Schleich
- Brand: SCHLEICH
- Model: 15017
- EAN: 4055744029783
- PartNumber: 15017
Details:- Product Category: Accessory
Physical Description:- Size: 3.819 Inches by 2.677 Inches by 9.961 Inches
- Weight: 0.28 Pounds
- Color: Multicoloured
Features:- DETAILED & REALISTIC. Crafted with precision and authentic detail to create a lifelike toy that teaches and inspires toddlers and kids of every age; helps introduce children to animals. From the first sketch to the intricate finishing touches, we see value in every detail.
- HEALTHY IMAGINATIVE PLAY. The Giganotosaurus juvenile from Schleich is carefully designed to inspire safe and creative pretend play for children as both a single toy or part of a larger collection.
- PART OF A GROWING PLAY WORLD. The Giganotosaurus juvenile is part of the Dinosaurs collection of figurines and playsets from Schleich. Great for gifting, this figurine can stand alone or fit into a larger, modular play world. The Dinosaurs Dino Set with Cave is an excellent accompaniment.
- BUILT TO LAST. As an 85-year-old German toy company, we are committed to manufacturing realistic toys with the highest standard of quality and safety for years of durable play and collectability. All products and the materials used meet or exceed the strictest applicable national and international toy safety requirements.
- EXPERT APPROVED. “Schleich playsets and figurines inspire kids to play imaginatively: an essential part of healthy childhood development so often overlooked in today’s fast-paced world.” - Dr. Sandra Stone, open-ended play expert
Click here for more information |
|
EoFauna
Toy
 | Lowest New Price: $58.99*
In Stock.*
*(As of 15:21 Pacific 5 Jul 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
EoFauna Giganotosaurus Dinosaur 1/35 Scale Model- Manufacturer: EoFauna
- Brand: EoFauna
- UPC: 834931007025
- EAN: 0834931007025
- PartNumber: 99002
Details:Features:- Wonderful 1:35 scale model of Giganotosaurus Carolinii, part of the EoFauna Scientific Research models series.
- Dimensions: 38 cm long, 11 cm high (15 inches X 4.3 inches).
- This PVC figurine includes a bonus collectible/playing card.
Click here for more information |
|
HiPlay
Toy
 | Lowest New Price: $24.99*
In Stock.*
*(As of 15:21 Pacific 5 Jul 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
HiPlay 9.4" Giganotosaurus Dinosaur Toy Action Figure-Realistic Design with Amazing Detail Hand-Painted Dino Model HP-D011 (Black)- Manufacturer: HiPlay
- UPC: 699937181991
- EAN: 0699937181991
- PartNumber: HP-D011
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 5.5 Inches by 9.4 Inches by 3.5 Inches
Features:- EXCELLENT SIZE FOR COLLECTORS AND KIDS-This realistic dinosaur figure is about 9.4 INCHES LONG and 5.5 INCHES HIGH.This is a relatively large model, but one that can still be held comfortably by the hands of a small child. This terrifying dinosaur is dramatically posed and sure to impress children and collectors alike.
- PROFESSIONAL DESIGN-This figure is specially designed by dinosaur experts.The body proportion and details are carefully studied, aiming at restoring the original appearance of Giganotosaurus.
- GREAT DETAILS-Each HiPlay dinosaur model is hand-painted by proffesional painters.It has a realistic head and body with simulated skin and MOVEABLE JAW.
- HIGH QUALITY MATERIAL-This dinosaur model is made of high quality PVC materials,and has CE certification.There is no need to worry about any danger for children to play.And it will be a perfect gift for kids and dinosaur lovers.
- 100% MONEY BACK GUARANTEE FROM HIPLAY-HIPLAY is a global professional seller of toys and entertainment products.If you are not satisfied with the product, we'll also offer you a 100% money back GUARANTEE without any ask.
Click here for more information |
|
Safari
Toy
 | Lowest New Price: $22.94*
In Stock.*
*(As of 15:21 Pacific 5 Jul 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
Safari Ltd Prehistoric World – Giganotosaurus - Realistic Hand Painted Toy Figurine Model - Quality Construction from Safe and BPA Free Materials - For Ages 3 and Up- Manufacturer: Safari LTD
- Brand: Safari
- UPC: 095866001001
- EAN: 0095866001001
- PartNumber: 303929
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 2.5 Inches by 15.0 Inches by 4.5 Inches
- Weight: 0.8 Pounds
Features:- A BIG NAME - The Giganotosaurus is speculated to be one of the largest theropod and terrestrial carnivorous dinosaurs. Living during the Late Cretaceous period in what is now Argentina, this dinosaur is one of the most recently revealed with its discovery dating only back to 1993.
- PREHISTORIC WORLD - Travel back to a land in time where creatures such as the Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops, Velociraptor and Stegosaurus roamed the earth. The Safari Ltd (R) Dinosaur collection features our vast array of figures in our Prehistoric Life collection.
- MADE WITH INDUSTRY-LEADING STANDARDS - Like all Safari Ltd products, the Safari Ltd Apatosaurus has been individually hand painted, features quality construction from phthalate and lead-free materials, and includes an educational hangtag in 5 languages.
- REALISTIC APPEARANCE FOR MULTIPLE USES - This realistic and fun figurine is suitable for a range of interests, including collectors, enthusiasts, teachers, and kids. Admire it on a shelf, use it in the classroom, or simply enjoy playing with it!
- PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS - Measures 14.5"L x 3.3"W x 4"H. For ages 3 and up.
Click here for more information |
|
By Schleich
SCHLEICH
Multi Toy
 | Lowest New Price: $32.41*
In stock. Usually ships within 2 to 3 days.*
*(As of 15:21 Pacific 5 Jul 2020 More Info)
Click Here | Description:
SCHLEICH Giganotosaurus- Manufacturer: Schleich North America
- Brand: SCHLEICH
- Model: 14516
- UPC: 885709441961
- EANs: 4516795444593, 4005086145160, 4516796444592, 0885709441961
- PartNumber: 14516
Details:- Product Category: Toy
- Author: Schleich
Physical Description:- Size: 6.69291338582677 Inches by 5.31496062992126 Inches by 10.6299212598425 Inches
- Weight: 0.63 Pounds
- Color: Multi
Features:- Has movable lower jaw
- Hand painted
- Historically accurate
Click here for more information |
|
Discuss This Page
Please feel free to post your comments:
Linking to This Page
We do hope that you find this site useful.
We welcome people linking to this website or citing us.
|
|
|
