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Spinosaurus Makes Waves

Jun 11, 2020
Nizar Ibrahim, a National Geographic Explorer and paleontologist known for discovering the Spinosaurus, shares his thrilling journey of unearthing the first known swimming dinosaur. He reveals the challenges faced during their expedition in the Sahara Desert, including lost WWII fossils and a quest to understand Spinosaurus' unique anatomy. Ibrahim stresses the importance of African representation in paleontology, advocating for the preservation of Morocco's fossil heritage while reshaping our understanding of this aquatic predator's lifestyle.
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