A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Bristol has shed new light on the intelligence of dinosaurs. While a previous study from Vanderbilt University suggested that Tyrannosaurus rex had a large number of neurons, making them significantly smarter than assumed, the new research proposes that dinosaurs behaved more like crocodiles and lizards.
The team behind the new study argues that relying solely on neuron count to determine cognitive performance can lead to misleading interpretations. They suggest that Tyrannosaurus rex was more similar to intelligent giant crocodiles, rather than baboons as previously suggested. The research team emphasizes the need for additional evidence beyond neuron count to determine dinosaur intelligence.
According to Snakes George, a University of Bristol researcher, when studying long-extinct species like dinosaurs, various factors such as skeletal anatomy and the behavior of living relatives should be considered. This approach provides a more accurate understanding of dinosaur intelligence and helps us better understand how these creatures may have behaved in their natural environment.