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Tag: Crocodile

Is Tyrannosaurus Rex a ‘Brainy’ Animal or a ‘Clever’ Crocodile?
Science

Is Tyrannosaurus Rex a ‘Brainy’ Animal or a ‘Clever’ Crocodile?

The intelligence of dinosaurs, particularly the T. Rex, has been a topic of heated debate among paleontologists. A 2023 study suggested that the T. Rex might have been as intelligent as a baboon, basing its conclusion on the interpretation of bony braincases. This idea, while intriguing and somewhat intimidating, has been challenged by recent research suggesting that the T. Rex was more akin to a "smart giant crocodile". An international team of 11 scientists scrutinized the methods used in the 2023 study to predict the size and neuron count in dinosaur brains. The team found that the methodology was unreliable, resulting in an incorrect estimation of neuron count and brain size. They highlighted the complexity of translating endocast data into reliable information about brain size and ...
Missing teen dies after Crocodile Attack in Torres Strait
News

Missing teen dies after Crocodile Attack in Torres Strait

A 16-year-old boy, on a seemingly harmless outing with his cousin, found himself in the clutches of a deadly crocodile. The incident, it appears, was a tragic case of being in the wrong place at the wrong time. This tale of woe began when the two teenage cousins, aged 16 and 13, embarked on a journey across the Torres Strait. Their mode of transport was a humble dinghy. Little did they know, their adventure was set to take a dark turn. Their journey took a treacherous turn when the dinghy suffered an unexpected engine failure. With the Torres Strait Island, their destination, in sight, the boys made the fateful decision to brave the waters and swim the remaining distance. The waters of Torres Strait are home to a rich and diverse marine ecosystem, including some of nature's most f...