A spinosaurus fossil cast suspended from the ceiling of a large hall with skylights

Marvel at the size and strength of Spinosaurus

Sobek the Spinosaurus

Stretching 46 feet long, this fearsome fossil is one of the largest carnivorous dinosaurs ever discovered— even longer than SUE the T. rex.

Hall 1 | Stanley Field Hall

Fossils

Included with General Admission

All ages

Catch Spinosaurus as it prowls overhead at the Field Museum. This fish-eating dinosaur lived during the Cretaceous Period, about 95 million years ago. Spinosaurus swam in rivers thanks to its crocodile-shaped body and paddle-like tail.

Discover how this water-loving dinosaur reigned throughout North Africa and learn how modern animals help scientists to understand life from long ago. Uncover how this semi-aquatic predator hunted and swam through the water.

Learn how we chose the name!

Exhibition Highlights

Mounted in a swimming pose, Spinosaurus is a dramatic first sight as you enter the Field Museum

Spinosaurus is the only skeleton on display anywhere outside of Asia

This semi-aquatic predator lived during the Cretaceous Period 95 million years ago, and was well adapted for hunting fish

Artist's rendering of a spinosaurus hunting a smaller fish-like creature underwater

See how Spinosaurus swam through Cretaceous North Africa

Acknowledgments

Sobek the Spinosaurus is part of the Griffin Dinosaur Experience, made possible by generous support from Kenneth C. Griffin.

Sobek the Spinosaurus

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