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Giganotosaurus
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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
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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.
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By Rebecca Sabelko
Bellwether Media Released: August 1st, 2021 Paperback (24 pages)
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- ISBN: 164834500X
- EAN: 9781648345005
Details:- Paperback
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- Author: Rebecca Sabelko
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By Will Dare
Sourcebooks Jabberwocky Released: April 4th, 2017 Paperback (144 pages)
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- ISBN: 1492636207
- UPC: 760789259005
- EANs: 9781492636205, 0760789259005
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- Edition: Reprint
- Number of Pages: 144
- Author: Will Dare
- Publication Date: April 4th, 2017
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By Rob Shone
PowerKids Press Released: July 30th, 2008 Paperback (32 pages)
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- ISBN: 1404277129
- EAN: 9781404277120
Details:- Paperback
- Format: Illustrated
- Edition: Illustrated
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Rob Shone
- Publication Date: July 30th, 2008
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By Henley Miller
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- ISBN: 162712800X
- EAN: 9781627128001
- PartNumber: colour illustrations
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Henley Miller
- Publication Date: August 16th, 2014
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By Michael John O'Hearn
Brand: Edge Books Released: January 1st, 2010 Library Binding (32 pages)
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- ISBN: 1429639369
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- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Michael John O'Hearn
- Publication Date: January 1st, 2010
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By Dougal Dixon
Brand: Picture Window Books Released: January 1st, 2006 Library Binding (24 pages)
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- ISBN: 140481325X
- EAN: 9781404813250
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Dougal Dixon
- Publication Date: January 1st, 2006
- Release Date: January 1st, 2006
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By Joanne Mattern
Brand: Weekly Reader Early Learning Library Released: January 1st, 2007 Library Binding (24 pages)
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Click Here | Description: Giganotosaurus (Let's Read about Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Gareth Stevens Publishing
- 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 1st, 2007
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- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: GWD68
- UPC: 887961938630
- EAN: 0887961938630
- PartNumber: GWD68
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 12.5984 Inches by 38.5827 Inches by 12.2047 Inches
- Weight: 1.322773572 Pounds
- Color: Multicolor
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- Model: 99888-3A
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PNSO Lucas the Giganotosaurus 1:35 Scientific Art Models Toy
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- Brand: PNSO
- EAN: 6971922460965
- PartNumber: PNSO
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 3.15 Inches by 14.57 Inches by 6.3 Inches
- Color: Lucas the Giganotosaurus 1:35 Scientific Art Models
Features:- 【Scientifically Accurate Figurines】The dinosaur models are reconstructed by using both science and art method. Bring life back to the most amazing animals once inhabited on Earth;
- 【Impressive Level of Details】This 1:35 Giganotosaurus Sci-art Model with exciting pose, an articulation jaw and lifelike paint job captures this animal’s personality. Durable and eco-friendly materials used, the engaging model inspires imaginative play and drama creation.
- 【Additional Educational Support】The ancillary informative manual, exhibition-level posters and online educational videos, including model-creating story and how-to-draw-dinosaur videos, help to know science knowledge while learning drawing techniques. It is not only a perfect gift for dinosaur lovers, but also suitable for families, educational organizations/institutes.
- 【Diversity of Species】PNSO will constantly research and develop the variety of models including some rarely seen species which can feed the sustained passion for prehistoric animals, and provide more play combinations and scene matching.
- 【Artworks of ZHAO Chuang & Yang Yang】Mr. ZHAO Chuang, a scientific artist, designed all the model prototypes, illustrated the posters and narrated all the videos. Ms. YANG Yang, a science writer for children, wrote all the words. As the preferred copyright partner for museums, scientists and publishers around the world, more and more published PNSO books will enrich furthering reading.
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- Brand: LEGO
- Model: 6349260
- UPC: 673419347228
- EAN: 0673419347228
- PartNumber: 6349260
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 2.776 Inches by 18.898 Inches by 14.882 Inches
- Color: Multicolor
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- 6 minifigures – Owen Grady, Claire Dearing, Dr. Alan Grant, Dr. Ellie Sattler, Kayla Watts and Dr. Henry Wu, plus a posable Giganotosaurus measuring over 12.5 in. (32cm) long, and a Therizinosaurus
- Buildable HQ, toy helicopter and all-terrain buggy – The HQ has a lab packed with play-inspiring accessories, a garage and an observation tower with a detailed control room and collapsing platform
- Gift toy for ages 9 and up – This premium-quality set makes a fun birthday present or holiday gift for dinosaur-loving kids to join the hottest trend
- Build and combine – The lab measures over 6.5 in. (16 cm) high, 8 in. (21 cm) wide and 6.5 in. (16 cm) deep. The whole set fits with other LEGO Jurassic World sets for extra play possibilities
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- Brand: Momoplay
- PartNumber: dinosaur
Physical Description:- Size: 2.0 Inches by 7.0 Inches by 1.0 Inches
- Color: Giganotosaurus
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- Brand: JR PARK
- PartNumber: STRSM001-JR
Details:- Edition: Standard Edition
Physical Description:- Size: 5.5 Inches by 9.0 Inches by 5.0 Inches
Features:- 【Full of Imagination】Almost all kids eager to have dinosaurs toys. The lifelike appearance, real feel and perfect size enable children to indulge in the crazy dinosaur game safely and healthily, and improve their imagination and creativity.
- 【Realistic Appearance】The dinosaur figure are finely sculpted and hand-painted by master artists, and the toys are very realistic in detail. You will be impressed with the detail, durability potential inside the figures. Children can manually open or close the mouth of the T-Rex, moveable operation to increase the fun of the toy.
- 【Durable and Safety Model】JR PARK manufactures children's toys to the highest quality and safety standards. We use environmentally friendly, high-quality PVC materials that are non-toxic and odorless. All products and materials used undergo rigorous safety testing to safeguard children's health.
- 【Come to Dinosaur World】Giganotosaurus is one of the largest carnivorous dinosaurs in the age of dinosaurs, and the most ferocious dinosaur, with a strong body and sharp teeth, almost no animals dare to provoke. The scene of the Giganotosaurus roaring in the sky is memorable.
- 【Best Gifts for Kids】Playing with friends and families, they can share with each other about their imagination ideas of dinosaur. Educational dinosaur toys is not only a toy but also a communicative link to sharing. The perfect Christmas birthday gift for children and collectors.
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Schleich Multicoloured Accessory
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Click Here | Description: Schleich Dinosaurs Giganotosaurus Juvenile Educational Figurine for Kids Ages 4-12 Multicoloured, 25.3 x 6.8 x 9.7 cm (W x D x H)- Manufacturer: Schleich
- Brand: Schleich
- Model: 15017
- EAN: 4055744029783
- PartNumber: 15017
Details:- Product Category: Accessory
Physical Description:- Size: 3.8 Inches by 10.0 Inches by 10.0 Inches
- Weight: 0.25 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.
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Schleich Multi Accessory
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- Brand: Schleich
- Model: 15010
- EAN: 4055744029356
- PartNumber: 15010
Details:- Product Category: Accessory
Physical Description:- Size: 7.1 Inches by 4.1 Inches by 4.1 Inches
- Weight: 1.05 Pounds
- Color: Multi
Features:- DETAILED & REALISTIC. Crafted with precision and authentic detail to create a lifelike toy that teaches and inspires toddlers and kids; helps introduce children to animals. From the first sketch to the intricate finishing touches, we see value in every detail.
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- 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.
- 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 toy safety requirements.
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