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Kronosaurus queenslandicus was a large short-necked pliosaur known from Early Cretaceous marine deposits in Queensland, Australia. It had a massive skull, powerful jaws, large conical teeth, and four flippers used for propulsion, identifying it as an active marine predator rather than a dinosaur. Historical reconstructions exaggerated its length by adding too many vertebrae, while later estimates generally depict a shorter and more heavily built animal.
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Kronosaurus queenslandicus ranks #111 of 249 in the Fossil ranking, behind Homo luzonensis (CCH6), ahead of Carcharodontosaurus saharicus.
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How good is Kronosaurus queenslandicus?
Kronosaurus queenslandicus scores 8.10/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Fossil category. Famous giant pliosaur from Australia; impressive but size and reconstruction history complicate consensus.
What are the best alternatives to Kronosaurus queenslandicus?
See our alternatives page for Kronosaurus queenslandicus for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Sue (T. rex FMNH PR 2081), Stan (T. rex BHI 3033), Scotty (T. rex RSM P2523.8).
How does Kronosaurus queenslandicus compare to Sue (T. rex FMNH PR 2081)?
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With a score of 8.10/10, Kronosaurus queenslandicus is highly rated in Fossil. See all Fossil ranked.
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