Deinosuchus

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    Deinosuchus is an extinct genus of alligatoroid crocodilian, related to modern alligators and caimans, that lived 82 to 73 million years ago, during the late Cretaceous period.

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    About Deinosuchus

    Deinosuchus is a prehistoric, giant alligatoroid crocodilian, closely related to modern alligators and caimans. It lived during the late Cretaceous period, 82 to 73 million years ago.

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    Prehistoric life, Cretaceous period, giant reptiles, alligatoroid crocodilians, paleontology, evolution, extinction, and natural history.

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    ...the fascinating world of prehistoric creatures, especially the Cretaceous period and the incredible Deinosuchus!

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