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Acrocanthosaurus

Known for Ridge-Backed Predator

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Basic Information
Physical Characteristics
Classification
Facts
Scientific Data

Historical Context
Scientific Classification
Behavioral Characteristics
Basic Info
Characteristics
Evaluation
Alternatives
FAQ

Basic Information

Diet Type 🥩

"Primary feeding behavior and dietary preferences of the dinosaur, indicating whether it was a meat-eater, plant-eater, or had a mixed diet"

Carnivore

The diet of Acrocanthosaurus is Carnivore Describes dinosaurs that primarily ate meat and hunted other animals for food Click to see all.
Scientific Name 🦖

Unique formal name given to each dinosaur species which includes genus and species designation,Used for taxonomic identification and classification in scientific literature

Acrocanthosaurus Atokensis

The scientific name of Acrocanthosaurus is Acrocanthosaurus Atokensis. Large theropod dinosaur known for its distinctive spinal ridge and powerful build

Physical Characteristics

Length 📏

"Maximum recorded length of the dinosaur from head to tail"

11.5 meters

Acrocanthosaurus measured 11.5 meters in length Click to see all.
Length Type 📏

"Classification of dinosaur size based on total length"

Large (10-20M)

Acrocanthosaurus was a Large (10-20M) sized dinosaur Large dinosaurs between 10 and 20 meters in length
Distinguishing Features 🦄

Key physical characteristics that make the dinosaur species unique,Important for identification and classification

Tall Neural Spines

The distinguishing features of Acrocanthosaurus are Tall Neural Spines. Tall neural spines supported sail-like structures used for display and temperature regulation Click to see all.

Large Skull

The distinguishing features of Acrocanthosaurus are Large Skull. These dinosaurs featured disproportionately large heads compared to their bodies Click to see all.

Strong Arms

The distinguishing features of Acrocanthosaurus are Strong Arms.

Classification

For whom 👩

Target audience interested in this dinosaur species

Paleontologists

Acrocanthosaurus would be particularly interesting for Paleontologists. Dinosaurs that provide valuable data for paleontological research
Purpose 📚

Primary purposes and uses of studying this dinosaur

Scientific Research

Acrocanthosaurus is primarily studied for Scientific Research. Dinosaurs that provide valuable data for various scientific studies

Facts

Interesting Fact 🧐

Fascinating scientific or historical information about the dinosaur

Had neural spines taller than human
Sarcastic Fact 🤣

Humorous or ironic observation about the dinosaur

Nature's first mohawk enthusiast

Scientific Data

Fossil Completeness 🦴

Rating of how complete the fossil record is for this dinosaur

8

The fossil completeness score for Acrocanthosaurus is 8. Click to see all.
Research Value 🔬

Rating of the scientific importance and research potential

9

The research value score for Acrocanthosaurus is 9. Click to see all.
Educational Value 📚

Rating of the dinosaur's value for educational purposes

8

The educational value score for Acrocanthosaurus is 8. Click to see all.
Public Interest 👥

Rating of general public interest and popularity

7

The public interest score for Acrocanthosaurus is 7. Click to see all.
Score ⭐

Overall rating combining various scoring attributes

8

The overall score for Acrocanthosaurus is 8. Click to see all.

Historical Context

Time Period 🕗

"Geological time period during which the dinosaur existed, helping place it in Earth's prehistoric timeline"

Early Cretaceous

Acrocanthosaurus lived during the Early Cretaceous Dinosaurs that lived during the early part of the Cretaceous period
Discovery Location 🌍

Geographic location where the first fossils of the dinosaur species were found,Important for understanding paleobiogeography and fossil distribution

Oklahoma USA

The discovery location of Acrocanthosaurus is Oklahoma USA. Oklahoma's fossil sites preserve diverse Early Cretaceous dinosaurs Click to see all.

Scientific Classification

Family Classification 🦕

Scientific family classification that groups related dinosaur genera,Important for understanding evolutionary relationships

Carcharodontosauridae

The family classification of Acrocanthosaurus is Carcharodontosauridae. Carcharodontosaurids were large predatory dinosaurs known for their sharp, serrated teeth Click to see all.

Behavioral Characteristics

Social Behavior 🐣

Known or strongly theorized social behaviors and interactions within the species,Based on fossil evidence and comparative analysis

Solitary

The social behavior of Acrocanthosaurus was Solitary. Dinosaurs that primarily lived and hunted alone

Basic Info

Made In Date 🕒

The geological period when the dinosaur existed

Early Cretaceous

Acrocanthosaurus existed during the Early Cretaceous. Dinosaurs from the Early Cretaceous period show evolutionary adaptations to changing environments
Made In 🌎

The geographical locations where fossils of this dinosaur were discovered

North America

Fossils of Acrocanthosaurus were found in North America. Dinosaurs discovered in North America showcase unique adaptations to the continent's diverse environments

Evaluation

Pros ✅

Advantages and positive aspects of studying this dinosaur

Unique Spine Structure

Dinosaurs with notable spinal adaptations for defense or display

Well-Preserved

Dinosaurs known from exceptionally preserved fossil remains
Cons ❌

Disadvantages and challenges in studying this dinosaur

Limited Fossil Sites

Dinosaurs known from very few fossil locations worldwide Click to see all.

Complex Anatomy

Dinosaurs with complicated anatomical features that challenge scientific understanding Click to see all.

Alternatives to Acrocanthosaurus

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📚 is more educational than Acrocanthosaurus

👥 is more popular than Acrocanthosaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Acrocanthosaurus

Known for Largest Known Raptor

📚 is more educational than Acrocanthosaurus

👥 is more popular than Acrocanthosaurus

Known for First Discovered Dinosaur

🦴 is more complete than Acrocanthosaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Acrocanthosaurus

Known for Four-Winged Flight Capability

🦴 is more complete than Acrocanthosaurus

👥 is more popular than Acrocanthosaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Acrocanthosaurus

Known for Earliest Known Ceratopsian

Known for Double-Crested Predator

👥 is more popular than Acrocanthosaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Acrocanthosaurus

Known for Unique Skull Horns

👥 is more popular than Acrocanthosaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Acrocanthosaurus

Known for Pack Hunting

👥 is more popular than Acrocanthosaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Acrocanthosaurus

Tyrannosaurus Rex

Known for Apex Predator

📏 is longer than Acrocanthosaurus

🦴 is more complete than Acrocanthosaurus

🔬 is more researched than Acrocanthosaurus

📚 is more educational than Acrocanthosaurus

👥 is more popular than Acrocanthosaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Acrocanthosaurus

Known for Pack Hunting Behavior

🦴 is more complete than Acrocanthosaurus

🔬 is more researched than Acrocanthosaurus

👥 is more popular than Acrocanthosaurus

⭐ is rated higher than Acrocanthosaurus

FAQ about Acrocanthosaurus