New Documentary Explores Lesser-Known Dinosaurs of Gondwana
France 5 airs 'L'Autre Monde des Dinosaures,' revealing discoveries about southern hemisphere dinosaurs.
- The documentary highlights dinosaurs from the supercontinent Gondwana, which included parts of present-day South America, Africa, and Antarctica.
- Recent fossil discoveries in regions like Patagonia showcase massive herbivores like the Puertasaurus, which could reach lengths of 30 meters.
- Carnivorous dinosaurs such as the Maip macrothorax, reminiscent of velociraptors, are also featured with their unique physical traits.
- The film combines scientific research with 3D animations to bring these ancient creatures to life for viewers.
- Scientists question whether southern hemisphere dinosaurs survived longer after the meteorite impact that caused mass extinction 66 million years ago.