Sarcosuchus imperator was a prehistoric species of crocodile which lived around 110 million years ago. Recent fossilised remains found in the Sahara Desert suggest that this creature took around 50-60 years to grow to its full length of around 11-12 metres (37-40 ft) and its maximum weight of around 8 tonnes. Paeleontologists studying the remains theorise that the creature was able to conceal most of its bulk underwater whilst stalking prey, due to its upward-tilting eyes. There are several species of giant prehistoric crocodile and, Continue reading →