I'm sure scientists thought that they named the dinosaur something that was appropriate and 'neutral'. But, the name is unfortunate because most people will think its the other word. I'm not an expert or anything, but how many other dinosaurs are named after where they were found? These scientists could've named this dino a 'Taquetisarus' and said that it was found in Niger, Africa and there would be no controversy.
Submitted by NHM (not verified) on November 21, 2007 - 2:05pm.
What's in a name?
I'm sure scientists thought that they named the dinosaur something that was appropriate and 'neutral'. But, the name is unfortunate because most people will think its the other word. I'm not an expert or anything, but how many other dinosaurs are named after where they were found? These scientists could've named this dino a 'Taquetisarus' and said that it was found in Niger, Africa and there would be no controversy.