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About Giganotosaurus:
One of the most frequently misspelled of all dinosaurs, Giganotosaurus is often called "Gigantosaurus"--which may be appropriate, but still isn't kosher. In any case, this South American predator was truly gigantic, slightly outweighing even T. Rex. Giganotosaurus also appears to have had a more formidable arsenal, including bigger arms with three clawed fingers on each hand. (See more facts, figures and news about Giganotosaurus and 10 Facts About Giganotosaurus.)
A big carnivore requires big meals--which is why it's intriguing that paleontologists have unearthed the remains of a massive Argentinosaurus (a slow-witted sauropod) near those of Giganotosaurus. While it's unlikely that a lone Giganotosaurus could have taken down a full-grown giant like Argentinosaurus, this could be a hint that--just maybe--Giganotosaurus hunted large prey in packs.
