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New species of giant crocodile hunted our ancestors

Mar 14, 2026, 9:11 AM10
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New species of giant crocodile hunted our ancestors

  • Researchers discovered Crocodylus lucivenator, weighing up to half a tonne and growing 15 feet long, in Ethiopia.
  • This species was the largest predator of its time, primarily preying on Australopithecus afarensis, our ancient ancestors.
  • The findings highlight the threats early hominids faced from predators like this giant crocodile in prehistoric ecosystems.
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