Spinosaurus

Spinosaurus (“Spine lizard”)

Timeline: Late Cretaceous (99-93.5 million years ago)
Size: 10 - 15 metres
Range: North Africa
Habitat: Tidal flats, Mangrove forests 
Diet: Carnivorous 

Spinosaurus is the largest of all known carnivorous animals, reaching lengths of over 15 metres - even larger than the infamous T-rex. Spinosaurus are thought to have hunted both terrestrial and aquatic prey, spending at least part of its life in the water. Comparable to large grizzly bears of today, these were generalised and opportunistic predators that could scavenge, hunt and fish. Its most distinctive feature is the large sail on its back, the function of which is still uncertain. Scientists have proposed several hypotheses including heat regulation, courtship displays or intimidation. Some believe that it may have looked less like a sail and more like the fat layered humps seen on bison. 

The first record of this dinosaur was discovered in Egypt in 1912 and described by German palaeontologist Ernst Stromer. The original remains were destroyed in World War II during an air raid over Munich. It was not until 2008 and 2009 that more bones of a Spinosaurus were uncovered in Morocco.

This sculpture has been mounted on a bespoke solid oak stand.

Sculpture: An anatomically accurate 3D-printed Spinosaurus Tooth, meticulously hand-painted to authentically replicate the rich, realistic patina of fossilis. 

Base: Solid European Oak, locally sourced from our Cheshire-based supplier and specially selected for a smooth grain. Hand-finished to order in our studio with black wood varnish and a soft felted underside.
An engraved metal plaque displays the name and age of the dinosaur depicted.

Mount: Stainless steel upright bar

Sculpture dimensions: 12×23×6cm (total height including base: 23cm)

Base Dimensions: 12×9×3cm

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