I WONDER - Were There Any Aquatic Dinosaurs?

The transcript discusses the Spinosaurus, highlighting its unique physical features such as webbed feet, sharp teeth, dense bones, and nostrils positioned near the top of its snout. These adaptations allowed it to swim and breathe simultaneously. It is noted as the only dinosaur known to swim, aided by its flexible tail for propulsion.

Which of the following features helped the Spinosaurus adapt to an aquatic environment?

• Wings

• Feathers

• Webbed feet

• Horns

What unique ability did the Spinosaurus have compared to other dinosaurs?

• Swimming

• Running fast

• Climbing trees

• Flying

How did the position of the Spinosaurus's nostrils benefit it?

• Allowed it to smell better

• Helped it breathe while swimming

• Made it look more intimidating

• Improved its sense of taste

What role did the Spinosaurus's tail play in its swimming ability?

• It stored fat

• It acted as a rudder

• It helped propel the dinosaur

• It was used for defense

Which feature of the Spinosaurus was NOT mentioned as aiding in swimming?

• Webbed feet

• Flexible tail

• Sharp teeth

• Dense bones