Greg Paul and Allosaurus neck anatomy

[Dikiyoba]

In looking through The Princeton Field Guide to Dinosaurs, I noticed that Greg Paul draws most of his theropods with a downward-facing skull and sometimes even downturned necks. It's especially obvious with Allosaurus, which practically ends up with an arch for a neck.



Albertosaurus for additional comparison

Is this at all correct or "realistic"? I would expect theropods to have held their heads and especially the distal portion of their neck in a straight, horizontal posture as the "default" pose, not to have a neck that suddenly descends where it meets the skull.

[tyrantqueen]

Theropods do have a gentle S curve to their necks. But most people avoid using GSP's skeletal's nowadays, due to his weird anatomical quirks and his other...issues. It's a better idea to stick to Hartman's skeletals if you need reference.



I would love if Mr. Hartman would publish his own volume.

[Gorgonzola]

I would love if Mr. Hartman would publish his own volume.

Would buy it in a second sight unseen, won't even lie. Heck, I STILL have been meaning to buy the Princeton Guide.  Checked it out sometime last year from the library and I loved it.

[Blade-of-the-Moon]

I have to agree. Scott's skeletals are much more informative to me.

[fabricious]

I would love if Mr. Hartman would publish his own volume.

Agreed on all accounts.