Carcharodontosauridae is a family of large carnivorous dinosaurs that lived during the Late Jurassic to Early Cretaceous periods. They were characterized by their massive skulls, sharp teeth, and long limbs, which made them effective predators. Fossils of these dinosaurs have been found in various parts of the world, including Africa and South America. Members of the Carcharodontosauridae family, such as Carcharodontosaurus and Giganotosaurus, were among the largest terrestrial predators of their time. They are closely related to other theropods, including the well-known Tyrannosaurus rex. Their size and hunting abilities made them dominant in their ecosystems.