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Another remarkable predator of the seas, the Mosasaurus, brought a new level of ferocity to the marine food chain. This giant lizard thrived during the Cretaceous period, growing larger than 10 meters (32 feet) and hunting bony fish, sea turtles, and other marine reptiles. Evidence suggests that Mosasaurus was a top predator of its time, influencing the evolutionary trajectories of many species through its apex status.