Dilophosaurus
Dilophosaurus is the biggest carnivore of the early Jurassic period. This long-legged meat eater is probably quite speedy and may hunt in packs.
Crest and claws
The most striking feature of this amazing predator is its double-crested head, giving it its name. These frills are probably for nothing more than display, but are impressive nonetheless. Another unusual aspect of this dinosaur is its dewclaw - a small claw a little way up the back of each leg - similar to the dewclaws you can see on the legs of domestic dogs and cats.
Weak bite
For a large predator, Dilophosaurus has quite a weak bite; palaeontologists can tell this from the way the muscles are attached to the jaw. Since it can’t overpower its prey with one savage bite, Dilophosaurus probably slashes with its sharp claws until the victim collapses from the effects of its injuries.
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