Stealthy marine reptile surprised prey

Giant prehistoric sea creatures known as Temnodontosaurus sneaked up on their prey and caught them unawares, according to new research.

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Temnodontosaurus was a type of ichthyosaur that grew to more than 12 metres long. It had huge eyes — about the size of footballs — which helped it see in the deep dark ocean where there is little light.