A spine-tingling discovery: This dinosaur had spiked body armor
Summary
Fossils found in Morocco reveal that a dinosaur named Spicomellus had an unusual body armor with long spikes, previously unseen in any other animal. This discovery changes what scientists know about the evolution of ankylosaurs, a type of dinosaur, and highlights the role of these elaborate features possibly in mating and defense.Key Facts
- Spicomellus lived over 165 million years ago in what is now Morocco.
- Researchers found the dinosaur had long spikes on its neck and other areas.
- This dinosaur's body armor was much more elaborate than previously believed.
- Spicomellus had spikes and fused bones never seen in other vertebrates.
- The dinosaur's tail structure hints at a weapon that evolved earlier than expected.
- These features might have been used to attract mates and ward off rivals.
- The find changes our understanding of ankylosaur evolution.
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