https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mosasaurs-were-capable-of-explosive-speedContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mosasaurs-were-capable-of-explosive-speedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mosasaurs-were-capable-of-explosive-speed#u120856Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:24:18 +0000Mosasaurs, massive Cretaceous marine reptiles, were capable of explosive speed and ambush attacks. Research suggests they could lunge at speeds of up to 15 mph, outperforming modern great white sharks. These predators, some weighing around 20,000 pounds, used their speed and powerful tails for surprise attacks on prey.Why it mattersMosasaurs were apex predators during the Cretaceous period, playing a crucial role in marine ecosystems. Their speed and hunting strategies are of interest to scientists studying the evolution of marine reptiles and their interactions with other ancient species. Und