What is another word for megalosaurus?
Pronunciation: [mˌɛɡələsˈɔːɹəs] (IPA) 
Megalosaurus is the name of a genus of large, carnivorous dinosaurs that lived during the Middle Jurassic period, roughly 176 to 161 million years ago. While megalosaurus is the most commonly used name for these dinosaurs, there are a number of synonyms that have been proposed over the years by scientists who have studied their fossils. Some of the most commonly used synonyms include Megalosaure, Metriacanthosaurus, and Dubreuillosaurus. Each of these names reflects slightly different interpretations of the characteristics and evolutionary relationships of these fascinating prehistoric creatures. Despite the variations in their names, however, megalosaurus remains one of the most iconic and recognizable of all dinosaurs.
