| Dilophosaurus | |||
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| Naming | |||
| Others | Dilophosaur, Dilo, Dildo | ||
| Binomen | Dilophosaurus sputatrix | ||
| Morphology | |||
| Body type | Theropod | ||
| Intelligence | |||
| Sentience | Sentient | ||
| Sapience | Non-Sapient | ||
| Aggressivity | Very high | ||
| Ecology | |||
| Place of origin | ARK Island | ||
| Habitat | Land | ||
| Diet | Carnivore | ||
| Locomotion | Movement using two legs | ||
| Behind the Scenes | |||
| Universe | ARK | ||
Wild: Dilophosaurus sputatrix is a strange creature. It stands at just over half the size of known Dilophosaurs, and runs from aggressors as often as it fights them.
Domesticated: Because of their shrill cry and their ability to attack intruders from range, Dilophosaurus seem most suited as "guard dogs". Due to their small size, they are not suitable as mounts.
Known Information: Dilophosaurus sputatrix has a few traits not common in the Dilophosaurus genus. It has a very shrill call, and a decorative ridge of skin on its neck. I believe these are used to attract mates, as well as intimidate prey and would-be predators. Instead of attacking its prey outright, Dilophosaurus sputatrix spits venom to weaken and paralyze it before moving in for the kill.
Notes[]
ARK's Dilophosaur is heavily based on Jurassic Park's design. The real animal, Dilophosaurus wetherilli, was much larger, growing up to 23 feet long.