Spinosaurus’ dense bones fuel debate over whether some dinosaurs could swim
A new study suggests yes, but it won't be the last word
![illustration of Spinosaurus, a dinosaur with a large fin, hunting fish](https://i0.wp.com/www.sciencenews.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/032222_cg_sipnosaurid_feat.jpg?fit=1030%2C580&ssl=1)
The dense bones of Spinosaurus (illustrated) may have helped keep it submerged in water, allowing the dinosaur to hunt prey such as ancient sawfish while swimming.
Davide Bonadonna