Are we talking about extinct?
I think it could be possible. However, the creature may not last long. Creatures from the distant past died off for a reason, they couldn't survive. So, with the sudden change in environment, they won't last long, especially if they didn't last in the past.
We know, work done = Weight * Displacement
w = 3.76 * 2
w = 7.52 J
In short, Your Answer would be: 7.52 Joules
Hope this helps!
