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I’ve seen quite a bit of variation in different Spinosaurus aegyptiacus skull reconstructions, especially regarding crest shape and overall proportions.

(This image is just something I came across — not my models 😅)

Given how fragmentary the material is, and that some specimens have historically been mixed or reassigned, I’m curious:

– How much variation in skull shape is actually supported by current research?

– How much of what we see in reconstructions is interpretation?

– Are some of these more extreme crest shapes actually supported by fossil material?

I’ve made a Spinosaurus model that I’m pretty happy with, and I’m wondering whether differences like a more pronounced crest would be within expected variation, or if they would require fundamentally different underlying anatomy 😅

I’m trying to stay as accurate as possible for modeling, so any solid references or papers would be hugely appreciated 🙌

Thanks for all the feedback on my previous Therizinosaurus post yesterday, I really appreciate it 🙌

I tried to implement as much as possible, especially:
– A more rounded, beak-like snout
– Less “predatory” shaping overall
– Improved jaw alignment, so the upper beak closes slightly over the lower (both front and side)
– Added more soft tissue and jaw musculature to reduce the “shrink-wrapped” look
– Smoothed out the beak to give it a more bird-like appearance

I’d love to hear if this is closer to what you’d expect, or if there are still things I should adjust

For reference: left is the new version, right is the previous version

Really appreciate all the help so far!