145 million years ago, an adolescent Allosaurus, later named Big Al, was found perfectly preserved in a dried-up river bed in 1991.
“A WALKING WITH DINOSAURS SPECIAL.”
Synopsis
145 million years ago, an adolescent Allosaurus, later named Big Al, was found perfectly preserved in a dried-up river bed in 1991.
Synopsis
145 million years ago, an Allosaurus lay dying in a dried-up river bed. Scientists discovered the dinosaur, nicknamed Big Al, in 1991. The documentary details his life, from hatchling to predator, and the wounds found on his body. It covers forensic analysis and paleontological discoveries that shed light on his experiences. Researchers study the dinosaur's closest living relatives to reconstruct the events leading to his death. The findings offer insights into the life of this ancient creature.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See Big Al's preserved remains from 145 million years ago.
- Find out how scientists analyze dinosaur injuries.
- Meet Al's closest living relatives in the film.
Did You Know
- Big Al was discovered in 1991 by scientists.
- The Allosaurus lived 145 million years ago during the Jurassic period.
- Big Al's body was covered in numerous wounds.
- The documentary has a runtime of 60 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Al?
Big Al is the nickname given to a perfectly preserved adolescent Allosaurus discovered in 1991.
How old is the Allosaurus known as Big Al?
Big Al lived approximately 145 million years ago during the Jurassic period.
What happened to Big Al before he died?
Big Al's body was covered in many wounds, which are studied to understand the circumstances of his life and death.
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