Deadliest Dinos: Spinosaurus vs. T. rex

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The discussion centers on the comparison between spinosaurs and T. rex, with participants questioning which dinosaur would prevail in a hypothetical confrontation. A humorous remark about an African elephant's ability to take on these dinosaurs is made, suggesting the debate's light-hearted nature. The conversation touches on the hunting versus scavenging behaviors of these carnivores, with a focus on how paleontologists determine these traits. Participants express skepticism about the methods used to discern whether a dinosaur was primarily a hunter or a scavenger, leading to playful banter regarding the credibility of paleontological findings. Overall, the thread highlights the intrigue surrounding these iconic dinosaurs while blending humor with scientific inquiry.
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I wonder if a large African elephant could take on any of those beasts?
 
Doesn't it depend if you're dead or not? I seem to remember one of them was more of a scavenger than the other. According to current belief of course. How would a paleontologist find if a certain carnivore were a hunter or a scavenger?
 
How would a paleontologist find if a certain carnivore were a hunter or a scavenger?

perhaps by looking up their ****.:smile:
 
Oh I thought they just pulled it out of their arses.
 

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