Giant prehistoric snake longer than a T.rex found in India
A giant prehistoric snake longer than a T.rex found in India – now that’s a headline that catches your attention. But what does it really mean to measure something in units of a T.rex? The fact that the length of a T.rex has become a standard for comparison is indeed quite intriguing. But why not use more conventional measurement units to paint a clearer picture for readers? Perhaps the allure of using a revered, larger-than-life creature like the T.rex is what draws people in, but it does leave one questioning the practicality of such a comparison.
The sheer size of this prehistoric snake, a colossal 15 meters long, prompts us to ponder why creatures of the past seemed to be on a grander scale.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker