Scientists have made a remarkable discovery, classifying it as a potentially brand new species of pliosaur that thrived 150 million years ago. According to the BBC, this colossal fossil measures approximately seven feet in length and possesses an impressive set of 130 long, razor-sharp teeth. These teeth were perfectly designed to swiftly dispatch its prey with a single bite. Notably, each tooth features delicate ridges at the back, enabling it to effortlessly pierce through the flesh of its victim and promptly prepare for a subsequent attack.
The creature's skull is longer than the average human's, giving us a glimpse of its immense size. This oceanic apex predator had long, razor-sharp front teeth that could deliver a lethal bite. The ridges on its teeth helped it slice through flesh effortlessly, making it a highly skilled hunter. According to the Guardian, the pliosaur's skull still bears numerous razor-sharp teeth that were used to tear apart its victims, including ichthyosaurs.
According to the BBC, the predator was labelled as the "ultimate killing machine" due to its indiscriminate hunting habits. It would devour various creatures such as the dolphin-like ichthyosaur, reptiles like the plesiosaur, and even other pliosaurs.
BBC's upcoming documentary will feature visual effects bringing the creature to life as Attenborough narrates its history and strategies that scientists believe it used to hunt.
The skull will go on display next year at Etches' museum in Kimmeridge, but he and other experts believe the rest of the fossil could still be on the cliff.
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(With Input from agencies)
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