T. rex may have needed up to 40 years to reach its full eight-ton size, and that slow-burn growth could help explain why the king of dinosaurs ruled for so long, as per scientists
New research reveals Tyrannosaurus rex took significantly longer to mature than previously believed, potentially growing for up to 40 years. This extended development period, supported by a larger fossil dataset and advanced bone histology, suggests a gradual growth pattern reaching eight tonnes. This revised timeline offers insights into T. rex's life history and potential ecological benefits of age-based differentiation within the species.
New research reveals Tyrannosaurus rex took significantly longer to mature than previously believed, potentially growing for up to 40 years. This extended development period, supported by a larger fossil dataset and advanced bone histology, suggests a gradual growth pattern reaching eight tonnes. This revised timeline offers insights into T. rex's life history and potential ecological benefits of age-based differentiation within the species.
