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This strange giant dinosaur may change what we know about Jurassic titans

Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily·May 12, 2026

Paleontologists have discovered a bizarre giant dinosaur, Bicharracosaurus dionidei, in Argentina, which is providing new insights into the evolution of Jurassic titans in the Southern Hemisphere. The dinosaur, measuring approximately 20 meters in length, exhibits a unique combination of characteristics found in both Diplodocus and Brachiosaurus relatives. Scientists believe Bicharracosaurus dionidei may be the first known Jurassic brachiosaurid from South America, filling a significant gap in the dinosaur fossil record. This finding is giving researchers a fresh perspective on the evolution of these massive creatures.

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