What Was the Size of the Extinct Crocodile Deinosuchus?

Discover the incredible size and weight of the extinct crocodile Deinosuchus, one of the largest crocodilians in history.

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The extinct crocodile Deinosuchus was enormous, reaching up to 33 feet (10 meters) in length and weighing around 8,000 pounds (3,600 kilograms). It lived approximately 82 to 73 million years ago and was one of the largest crocodilians to have ever existed.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What did the Deinosuchus eat? Deinosuchus was a carnivore that likely preyed on large mammals and even dinosaurs.
  2. When did Deinosuchus live? Deinosuchus lived during the Late Cretaceous period, approximately 82 to 73 million years ago.
  3. How does Deinosuchus compare to modern crocodiles? Deinosuchus was much larger than modern crocodiles, reaching lengths of up to 33 feet compared to today's largest species, which grow up to about 20 feet.
  4. Where have Deinosuchus fossils been found? Fossils of Deinosuchus have been discovered in North America, indicating it was once widespread in ancient freshwater habitats.

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