Could Spinosaurus swim? A new fossil with a scimitar-like head crest provides new evidence on the unsettled question. While other spinosaurids had head crests, the newly discovered Spinosaurus mirabilis has a more dramatic protrusion that may have served as a signaling function for potential mates or rivals. It also had interlocking, cone-shaped teeth, like those seen in modern crocodiles and ancient aquatic reptiles used to snag fish. This “fish trap” is just one of several traits that have fue

In this Stan Winston Studio Behind-the-Scenes footage, you can see an early 1/5 scale T-Rex rod puppet test with Christopher Swift for Joe Johnston's Jurassic Park III. With advances in CGI, it's never been easier to remove rods and puppeteers, and we look forward to seeing rod puppetry used for many years to come. #jurassicpark #trex #puppets #rodpuppet #stanwinstonsstudio | Stan Winston School of Character Arts