How shifting continents forged a kingdom for airborne giants
In short: Explore how geological upheaval during the Cretaceous period created the perfect environment for massive flying creatures to dominate new coastlines.
During the Cretaceous, significant tectonic shifts and rising sea levels fundamentally reshaped the Earth's geography. This process turned once-solid land into dramatic cliffs and expansive coastlines.
These newly formed environments became prime habitats for vast colonies of airborne giants. The footage from 'Walking with Dinosaurs' (1999) highlights how these geological changes provided the necessary space and resources for extraordinary flying creatures to rule the skies.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: Flying Giants of the Cretaceous | Walking with Dinosaurs (1999) | BBC Earth Science
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