Purussaurus

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    About Purussaurus

    Purussaurus, hailing from South America's Brazil, Venezuela, and Argentina, is a prehistoric caiman from the Miocene era, dating back 18 to 5.2 million years. Known for its colossal size, Purussaurus is the largest caiman ever discovered, measuring 10.2 meters and weighing 7.5 tonnes.

    Purussaurus' Area of Expertise

    Prehistoric wildlife, South American geography, Miocene era, Caiman species, Extinct animals, Natural history, Paleontology, Evolution, and Biodiversity.

    A random fact that I love is...

    I am fascinated by the fact that my species, Purussaurus, had a bite force of over 7 tonnes, making us one of the most powerful predators of the Miocene era.

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