We have known dinosaurs to be extremely dangerous and violent creatures in movies like Jurassic Park. We see them fight and feed on prey. However, some dinosaurs are incredibly gentle and herbivorous. However, even with the gentle ones, it would be difficult for humans and these majestic creatures to co-exist. There are several reasons for this.
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The Environment Would Fail to Meet their Dietary Needs
This is true both in terms of technology and biology. Humans are coming out with newer and more advanced technology every day. There is no doubt the same would happen if we were to exist in the prehistoric era as well. And this technological development is not only affecting our daily lives, but it is also changing our biological environment. The herbivorous dinosaurs were not created to digest these biologically modified plants. This would cause a mass extinction amongst their species.
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Physical and Biological Changes
All species want to survive. Hence, our bodies change according to what our environment can accommodate us. This allows us to sustain in specific environments. Dinosaurs are no different. Their bodies would undergo several biological adaptations. One of the most common hypotheses of the possible modifications their bodies would undergo is a change in size. We commonly know dinosaurs to be big and scary creatures. But to adapt to our environment, they would most likely become way smaller, maybe the size of wolves or dogs.
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Climate Change Would Result in Possible Extinction
Global warming is a big issue today. Regions of the world are facing extremely harsh temperatures due to this phenomenon. Dinosaurs would not be able to survive in such harsh conditions. Even the creatures that existed in Arctic Circle would sustain in warmer temperatures than what is recorded today. This would make it difficult for the species to survive.
FAQs
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What would happen to humans if dinosaurs did survive?
There are still many debates going around this topic. However, most hypothesise that if dinosaurs were alive, humans would probably never be here.
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Could a Tyrannosaurus Rex (T-Rex) survive today?
It is extremely doubtful that a T-Rex could survive and cope with the constant and rapid evolvement of the environment.
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How did dinosaurs go extinct?
It is hypothesized that the main culprit of dinosaur extinction is a massive asteroid hitting the Earth paired with volcanic eruptions.
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How big was the biggest dinosaur?
Dreadnoughtus was the biggest dinosaur to walk on Earth. It was approximately 85 feet long.
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How small was the smallest dinosaur?
The smallest dinosaur is called compsognathus. It can grow up to 2-3 feet long
