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 |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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eLife Sciences Publications Ltd
2025-08-01
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| Series: | eLife |
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| Online Access: | https://elifesciences.org/articles/92498 |
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