Archosauria, originating amidst Earth's great Permotriassic. From iconic pterosaurs to mighty Crocodylomorpha, their legacy spans eons. Recent focus on pseudosuchians marks a turning tide in paleohistological research.
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Did T. rex have brains to match its brawn? 🧠🦖

A study published in The Anatomical Record (@AnatomyOrg) challenges the idea of dino intelligence, suggesting they were more like 'smart giant crocodiles.'

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How smart and behaviourally complex was Tyrannosaurus rex? 🦖

A team of paleontologists, scientists and neurologists reexamined brain size and structure in dinosaurs. Conclusion T. rex was ‘reptile smart’ but not as intelligent as a monkey.

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1/ 🦖🧠 A new study published in The Anatomical Record challenges the belief that the iconic 𝘛. 𝘳𝘦𝘹 was as smart as claimed and reverts to the traditional view that dinosaurs were ‘reptile smart’.

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New fossil find reveals Homotherium, a global Pleistocene predator, along Gulf of Mexico coast. Discovery on McFaddin Beach, TX sheds light on ancient community dynamics. High-res CT scans unveil crucial details despite marine erosion.
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Reposting w/correction: How smart & behaviorally complex was T. rex? Intl team of paleontologists, behavioral scientists & neurologists reexamined dino brain size & structure . T. rex was ‘reptile smart’ & not as intelligent as a monkey.
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T. rex the Tool Maker -- Testing Controversial Claims About Dinosaur Smarts tetzoo.com/blog/2024/4/22… #dinosaurs #FossilFriday

T. rex the Tool Maker -- Testing Controversial Claims About Dinosaur Smarts tetzoo.com/blog/2024/4/22…

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How smart was T. rex? Testing claims of exceptional cognition in dinosaurs and the application of neuron count estimates in palaeontological research - Caspar - The Anatomical Record - Wiley Online Library anatomypubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ar…

The pseudosuchian record in paleohistology: A small review - Scheyer - The Anatomical Record - Wiley Online Library anatomypubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ar…

250 mya, Pseudosuchia emerged. Understanding croc biology not only unveils their past but also aids in deciphering traits of ancient pseudosuchians. New study suggests femur volume is reliable predictor of body mass for these creatures
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Another week, another sabre-tooth paper. In this one we explore the morphological diversity of sabre-tooth canines and the functional implications – first-authored by Caitlin 🐾🌵🦕 and based on her 3rd-year project at @Palaeo_Bhamm : anatomypubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ar… (1/5)

New paper in The Anatomical Record ! onlinelibrary.wiley.com/share/author/Y…
We used the relationship between alligator femur volume and body mass to predict body masses of some extinct croc relatives. Result: taxa were less chonky using femur volume as the mass predictor compared with using femur length.

Who was the real sabertooth predator: Thylacosmilus or Thylacoleo?

Find out in a new paper by Christine Janis: doi.org/10.1002/ar.254…

It's International Bat Appreciation Day! Did you know we recently published an entire issue dedicated solely to bats? Guest Edited by Sharlene Santana, Tim Smith & Tom Eiting.
Check it out here: anatomypubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/19328494/2…
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Exploring the relationship between anatomy and evolution in Amphisbaenia! A new study delves into the atlantoaxial complex across 15 species, shedding light on morphological diversification and intriguing convergences.
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New study delves into the intricate neck anatomy of aquatic birds, shedding light on how flexible necks aid in foraging. From Charadriiformes to Phaethoquornithes, learn how variation in cervical structure influences feeding strategies
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Comparing cranial biomechanics between Barbourofelis fricki and Smilodon fatalis: Is there a universal killing‐bite among saber‐toothed predators? - Figueirido - The Anatomical Record - Wiley Online Library anatomypubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ar…

Anomalías postcraneales en tortugas de agua dulce del #Eoceno de la Cuenca del #Duero , nuevo trabajo de Andrea Guerrero et al. publicado en The Anatomical Record:

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