Rubén Carolini, the paleontologist who discovered Giganotosaurus, has passed away

[Faelrin]

My condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues he had. Here's an article:

https://www.infobae.com/america/ciencia-america/2023/09/09/murio-ruben-carolini-el-padre-argentino-del-dinosaurio-carnivoro-mas-grande-del-mundo/

[Pliosaurking]

My condolences to his family and peers.

[Fembrogon]

His dinosaur namesake practically changed my world as a kid, and carolinii was one of the first dino species names that I memorized. Rest in peace, Mr. Carolini.