Sauropodomorph skeletal mounts as scientific devices for testing hypotheses

摘要: Fossil skeletal mounts are more than popular attractions at paleontological exhibitions. Thorough History they have proven, when properly mounted, to be great devices for evaluating paleobiological hypotheses otherwise untestable. Nevertheless, mounting skeletons based on preconceived notions or looking spectacularity has also contributed spark a lot of scientific debate decades. This work reviews some historical and recent cases how sauropodomorph dinosaurs, physical virtual, resulted as hypothesis testing device vehicle false spread. Skeletal can valid following strict rigorous repeatable protocols. Some criteria previously existing executing new ones proposed.