Evolution of hind limb morphology of Titanosauriformes (Dinosauria, Sauropoda) analyzed via 3D geometric morphometrics reveals wide-gauge posture as an exaptation for gigantism

The sauropod hind limb was the main support that allowed their gigantic body masses and a wide range of dynamic stability adaptations. It was closely related to the position of the center of masses of their multi-ton barrel-shaped bodies and experienced one of the most noticeable posture changes dur...

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Main Authors: Adrián Páramo, Pedro Mocho, Fernando Escaso, Francisco Ortega
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: eLife Sciences Publications Ltd 2025-08-01
Series:eLife
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Online Access:https://elifesciences.org/articles/92498
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