Short Wave Dino-mite! Meet The Real Stars of 'Jurassic World: Dominion'
Jun 23, 2022
Riley Black, a paleontologist and author of 'The Last Days of the Dinosaurs,' brings her expertise to the table, diving into the latest 'Jurassic World: Dominion.' She reveals exciting new dinosaurs, like the herbivorous Therizinosaurus, while discussing the balance of science and imagination in films. The anatomy of Giganotosaurus contrasts with T. rex, revealing unique predatory behaviors. Riley also catches us up on how iconic pterosaurs like Quetzalcoatlus are depicted, illustrating the evolution of dinosaur representation in media.
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Therizinosaurus: A Dream Come True
- Riley Black suggested Therizinosaurus for Jurassic World before the first movie.
- This dinosaur, with 3-foot claws, embodies wonder in paleontology.
Giganotosaurus vs. T. rex
- Giganotosaurus, potentially bigger than T. rex, had a different predatory style.
- It focused on shearing flesh, unlike T. rex’s bone-crushing bite.
Quetzalcoatlus: An Absurd Portrayal
- Quetzalcoatlus, a giraffe-sized pterosaur, unrealistically shreds a plane in the film.
- Its lightweight build makes this depiction absurd, highlighting a scientific inaccuracy.
