Re: Crocs and the K-T

[TomHopp@aol.com]

In a message dated 7/19/01  KELL00BELL@aol.com wrote:

<< Crocodilian survival should, however, limit the factors responsible for
the K-T, specifically ruling out an impact winter. >>

We've been around the block several times on this one without definitive
resolution. However, at the risk of re-flogging an already flogged, dead
horse, I'd like more information.

How many species of croc survived the K/T transition? Anybody know the exact
number? It would make quite a difference if many species occuring all across
the globe survived without pause. Quite another analysis might be in order if
only one species in one place made it, then radiated geographically and
phylogenetically.

Does anyone have the specifics in hand and would like to share them?


Thomas P. Hopp
Author of DINOSAUR WARS, a science fiction novel published by iUniverse
Now Humans are the Endangered Species!  http://members.aol.com/dinosaurwars
(yeah, I'm gathering data for a sequel)