Historical Events tagged with "tyrannosaurus rex"
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Exploration & Discovery
Discovery of Sue, the T. rex Skeleton
August 12th, 1990 34 years ago
In South Dakota, paleontologist Sue Hendrickson discovered a remarkably preserved Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton, now named 'Sue'. The skeleton, measuring more than 40 feet long and over 13 feet tall at the hips, is hailed as the largest and most complete T. rex ever found. Sue's find revolutionized the understanding of the species' biology and behavior, providing invaluable insights into the life of one of the most iconic dinosaurs.
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