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"Spinosaurus spent most of its life underwater, ML analysis suggests" — Science Daily (all) · Science & Medicine
This study uses machine learning to analyze the bone density of , a large predatory dinosaur from the Cretaceous period. The analysis suggests that Spinosaurus was adapted for a primarily aquatic lifestyle, spending most of its life underwater, contrary to earlier interpretations that it was a wading or terrestrial predator. The research likely compared its bone structure to modern aquatic and semi-aquatic animals to draw these conclusions.
The claim is based on a peer-reviewed study reported by Science Daily, a reputable science news outlet. The primary source is the research paper, and the reporting appears to closely follow the study's findings. However, as with any single study, the conclusions may be subject to debate within the paleontological community, and the machine learning analysis is only as good as the data it was trained on.
The news article was published on October 25, 2026, but the underlying research dates from 2025 (recirculation year), so this is a resurfacing of older material rather than genuinely new.