Kronosaurus

In this area, you can experience the true meaning of paleontology firsthand! Here, time dissolves and the past comes to life.

Get ready to experience the unique thrill of uncovering the remains of a legendary predator, a giant that dominated the seas of the Cretaceous: the Kronosaurus.

This marine colossus, named after the Greek Titan Cronus, father of Zeus, roamed the oceans about 110 million years ago. Its fossils, first discovered in Australia in the late 19th century, revealed a formidable predator, with a massive skull and conical, dagger-sharp teeth.
The history of Kronosaurus is full of discoveries and challenges. From the first jaw fragments, described in 1924, to the most complete finds, such as the skeleton preserved at the Harvard Museum of Natural History, each fossil has contributed to unlocking the secrets of this majestic creature.

You'll follow in the footsteps of history's great paleontologists who brought this prehistoric giant to light. Dig through layers of sand, reveal hidden bones, and reconstruct the story of a predator that reigned supreme in the ancient Cretaceous seas.