Spinosaurs look like a dinosaur with a crocodile head and a fan – like sail running down its back. Spinosaurs were native to Earth during the Mesozoic Era. Comfortable both in water and on land, the creatures are found predominantly where they have access to both the ocean and numerous river deltas that empty into the oceans. They eat just about anything that moves, but are vicious marine predators and often strike from ambush in the water much like a crocodile or alligator. Unlike a ‘gator, however, if prey escapes from the water’s edge, the Spinosaurus will bolt from the water to give chase. The large sail on the animal’s back serves as a temperature regulation device. To cool off, they will fill the sail with blood and it acts like a radiator, dissipating a large amount of body heat in a short period of time. Conversely, they can draw blood away from it and into the body to conserve body heat in colder weather. It also serves as an intimidation display for rivals and anything that might see the Spinosaur as prey. The creature is brutish but cunning, with extraordinary patience.
ABILITIES
: Comfortable in the water, Spinosaurs have a natural swimming ability aided by their powerful tail and can hold their breath for several hours. While submerged, they have a natural Prowl ability and good vision and sense of smell, using both to Track prey.
HABITAT
Typically found near the ocean and river deltas, some have migrated further inland. Spinosaurs are rarely found away from a large source of water.
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Spinosaurs look like a dinosaur with a crocodile head and a fan – like sail running down its back. Spinosaurs were native to Earth during the Mesozoic Era. Comfortable both in water and on land, the creatures are found predominantly where they have access to both the ocean and numerous river deltas that empty into the oceans. They eat just about anything that moves, but are vicious marine predators and often strike from ambush in the water much like a crocodile or alligator. Unlike a ‘gator, however, if prey escapes from the water’s edge, the Spinosaurus will bolt from the water to give chase. The large sail on the animal’s back serves as a temperature regulation device. To cool off, they will fill the sail with blood and it acts like a radiator, dissipating a large amount of body heat in a short period of time. Conversely, they can draw blood away from it and into the body to conserve body heat in colder weather. It also serves as an intimidation display for rivals and anything that might see the Spinosaur as prey. The creature is brutish but cunning, with extraordinary patience.
ABILITIES
: Comfortable in the water, Spinosaurs have a natural swimming ability aided by their powerful tail and can hold their breath for several hours. While submerged, they have a natural Prowl ability and good vision and sense of smell, using both to Track prey.
HABITAT
Typically found near the ocean and river deltas, some have migrated further inland. Spinosaurs are rarely found away from a large source of water.