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Tyrannosaurus rex
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Tyrannosaurus rex was a large
Theropod dinosaur. The animal was a
carnivore (meat-eater), and lived in North America and Asia
during late Cretaceous period,
about 67 to 65 million years ago.
It was one of the last dinosaurs, and probably went
extinct
during the the
Cretaceous-Tertiary mass
extinction.
An average Tyrannosaurus was about about 39 feet (11.9 meters) long, up to
20 feet (6.1 meters) tall, and weighed around 7 tons.
Until the mid-1990s, it was generally thought that Tyrannosaurus was the largest
land predator ever. Then, scientists discovered
Giganotosaurus which
lived was a 45 feet (13.8 meter) long carnivore that lived in Argentina about 100
million years ago. New research, first published in
2006, now suggests
that
Spinosaurus may have been even
larger still: upto 51 feet (17 meters) long.
Since the 1960s, some scientists have argued that Tyrannosaurus was not
a fearsome predator, but a slow-moving scavenger, that fed on carcasses
killed by other carnivores.
However, other scientists
argue that the possibility of binocular vision (Tyrannosaurus rex has
two forward facing eyes), and the relatively large areas of the
brain associated with sight and smell, suggest it must have been an active predator.
Tyrannosaurus rex arm bones:

The name Tyrannosaurus rex
was chosen by
Henry Fairfield Osborn
in
1905,
and like most scientific names of animals is derived from Ancient Greek.
"Tyrannosaurus" means "tyrant lizard",
"rex" means "king", and hence in combination
"Tyrannosaurus rex" means
"tyrant king lizard".
Tyrannosaurus rex skull:
Tyrannosaurus rex Timeline:
Tyrannosaurus rex was a carnivore (meat-eater) that lived from 67 to 65 million years ago
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Tyrannosaurus rex Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Tyrannosaurus rex:
- Tyrannosaurus rex was a species of dinosaur.
- "Tyrannosaurus rex" means "tyrant lizard king". This name was chosen by Henry Fairfield Osborn in 1905.
- Tyrannosaurus rex was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Tyrannosaurus rex was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Tyrannosaurus rex was a Theropod - a member of a group of related bipedal dinosaurs that included the ancestors of birds (although Tyrannosaurus rex was not itself an ancestor of birds).
- Tyrannosaurus rex lived between about 67 million years ago and 65 million years ago, during the late Cretaceous period.
- Tyrannosaurus rex was one of the dinosaurs which died out during the Cretaceous-Tertiary mass extinction at the end of the Mesozoic Era.
- Tyrannosaurus rex lived in North America and Asia.
- Tyrannosaurus rex was a carnivore (meat-eater).
- Some scientists think that Tyrannosaurus rex was probably a scavenger, but others think it was an active predator.
- Tyrannosaurus rex was about 39 feet (11.9 meters) long, and about 20 feet (6.1 meters) tall.
- Tyrannosaurus rex weighed about 7 tons.
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Indiana University Press Released: July 17th, 2008 Hardcover (456 pages)
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Click Here | Description: Tyrannosaurus rex, the Tyrant King (Life of the Past)- Manufacturer: Indiana University Press
- Brand: Indiana University Press
- ISBN: 0253350875
- EAN: 9780253350879
- PartNumber: 215 b&w photos
Details:- Hardcover
- Format: Download: Adobe Reader
- Edition: Har/Cdr
- Number of Pages: 456
- Publication Date: July 17th, 2008
- Release Date: July 17th, 2008
Physical Description:- Size: 10.0 Inches by 7.0 Inches by 1.25 Inches
- Weight: 2.46035884392 Pounds
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By A. L. Wegwerth
Capstone Press Released: July 1st, 2014 Paperback (32 pages)
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Click Here | Description: Tyrannosaurus Rex (Little Paleontologist)- Manufacturer: Capstone Press
- Brand: Capstone Press
- ISBNs: 9781491408223, 1491408227
- EAN: 9781491408223
- PartNumber: illustrations
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: A. L. Wegwerth
- Publication Date: July 1st, 2014
- Release Date: July 1st, 2014
Physical Description:- Size: 8.75196849501 Inches by 7.75196849603 Inches by 0.12598425184 Inches
- Weight: 0.2 Pounds
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By Jerry Pallotta
Scholastic Inc. Released: December 29th, 2015 Paperback (32 pages)
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Click Here | Description: Who Would Win? Tyrannosaurus Rex vs. Velociraptor- Manufacturer: Scholastic Inc.
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- ISBN: 0545175739
- EAN: 9780545175739
- PartNumber: illustrations
Details:- Paperback
- Edition: Reprint
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Jerry Pallotta
- Publication Date: December 29th, 2015
- Release Date: December 29th, 2015
Physical Description:- Size: 9.25 Inches by 6.0 Inches by 0.25 Inches
- Weight: 0.15 Pounds
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By Dougal Dixon
Templar Publishing Released: November 14th, 2019 Hardcover (16 pages)
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Click Here | Description: Tyrannosaurus rex: A Pop-Up Guide to Anatomy (Pop Up Book)- Manufacturer: Templar Publishing
- Brand: Templar Publishing
- ISBN: 1787413349
- EAN: 9781787413344
Details:- Hardcover
- Number of Pages: 16
- Author: Dougal Dixon
- Publication Date: November 14th, 2019
- Release Date: November 14th, 2019
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By Douglas Rees
Henry Holt & Company Released: September 26th, 2017 Hardcover (40 pages)
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Click Here | Description: Tyrannosaurus Rex vs. Edna the Very First Chicken- Manufacturer: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
- Brand: Henry Holt & Company
- ISBN: 1627795103
- EAN: 9781627795104
- PartNumber: Illustrated
Details:- Hardcover
- Format: Picture Book
- Number of Pages: 40
- Author: Douglas Rees
- Publication Date: September 26th, 2017
- Release Date: September 26th, 2017
Physical Description:- Size: 11.31 Inches by 9.3499813 Inches by 0.4149598 Inches
- Weight: 0.98326168852 Pounds
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By Tammy Gagne
Pebble Books Released: August 1st, 2018 Paperback (24 pages)
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Click Here | Description: Tyrannosaurus Rex: A 4D Book (Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Pebble
- Brand: Pebble Books
- ISBN: 1515795543
- EAN: 9781515795544
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Tammy Gagne
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2018
- Release Date: August 1st, 2018
Physical Description:- Size: 8.9 Inches by 10.9 Inches by 0.1 Inches
- Weight: 0.35 Pounds
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Click Here | Description: Jurassic World Epic Roarin’ Tyrannosaurus Rex Large Action Figure with Primal Attack Feature, Sound, Realistic Shaking, Movable Joints; Ages 4 Years & Up- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: GRN70
- UPC: 887961908909
- EAN: 0887961908909
- PartNumber: GRN70
Details:- Product Category: Toy
- Publication Date: August 3rd, 2020
- Release Date: August 3rd, 2020
Physical Description:- Size: 8.25 Inches by 5.0 Inches by 21.5 Inches
- Weight: 2.20462262 Pounds
- Color: Multi
Features:- The Epic Roarin' Tyrannosaurus Rex is inspired by the Jurassic World animated series, Camp Cretaceous!
- This larger-scale dinosaur action figure features "Primal Attack" that lets kids control the battle play!
- Move the tail up and down, side to side and around for head movements, body twists and an awesome chomping action (activate all moves at once for total animated control of the figure).
- Push and hold the tail button for the ultimate epic ROAR and realistic shaking!
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Click Here | Description: Jurassic World Dominion Thrash ‘N Devour Tyrannosaurus Rex Dinosaur Action Figure, 21 in Long with Sound, Chomp & Thrash Actions, Toy Gift with Physical & Digital Play- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: HDY56
- UPC: 194735035410
- EAN: 0194735035410
- PartNumber: HDY56
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 8.4 Inches by 21.0 Inches by 6.75 Inches
- Color: Multicolor
Features:- Jurassic World Dominion comes home with adventure and thrills with this Thrash 'n Devour Tyrannosaurus Rex with a cool marbleized look, movable joints, realistic sounds and exciting movements!
- Move the tail up and the T. Rex bends down with jaws wide to CHOMP on 3.75 inch human or dinosaur action figures. Move the tail down and it swallows the human figures WHOLE! Other figures sold separately, subject to availability
- Press the tail button on this 21 inch long figure for a mighty dinosaur ROAR! Move The tail to control the figure and create dramatic thrashing actions and sounds, even with figures in her jaw!
- Move the tail up to drop the dinosaurs and pull out the human figures and start all over with thrashing and devouring play!
- Download the free Jurassic World Facts app (Android and iOS) and see dinosaur play get REAL! Find the hidden DNA code and scan it with any smart device to initiate Augmented Reality options. Smart device not included
- AR lets kids study the dinosaur in the lab with fun visual learning and explore different modes, like thermal and x-ray! Then, take it to the next level and bring dinosaurs into our world through AR -make the dinosaur appear in any room. RUN!
- Makes a great addition to the at-home Jurassic World of any dinosaur lover. Get ready to Thrash 'n Devour!
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Click Here | Description: Lana Toys Nanmu 1:35 Scale Tyrannosaurus Rex The Once and Future King Figure T-Rex Trex Realistic Dinosaur PVC Collector Toys Animal Model Decoration Gift for Adult (Mountains)- Manufacturer: Lana Toys
- Brand: Lana Toys
- UPC: 770264585277
- EAN: 0770264585277
- PartNumber: 770264585161
Physical Description:- Size: 4.3 Inches by 17.1 Inches by 2.0 Inches
- Color: Mountains
Features:- ✅【Size】 Tyrannosaurus Rex: Length about 17.1 inches / 43.5 cm, Original Box: 18.1'' L(460MM) X 7.8'' W(200MM) X 4.1'' H(105MM)
- ✅【Package Include】 1 x Figure, 1 x Doll Figure, 1 x Card, 1 x Original Box, Doll Figure, 1 x Card, 1 x Original Box, Doll Figure, 1 x Card, 1 x Original Box
- ✅【Feature】 Nanmu Tyrannosaurus Rex Toy, Animal Decor, Collector, The normal version(Future, Obsidian, Mountains) doesn't have the base, the deluxe version(Future with Base, Obsidian with Base, Mountains with Base) has the base.
- ✅【Material】 Made of PVC Body, Polystone Base, Safe and Eco-friendly.
- ✅【Detail】 High detailed and Beautifully Finished.
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Click Here | Description: Schleich Dinosaurs, Dinosaur Toy, Dinosaur Toys for Boys and Girls 4-12 years old, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Green, 11.2" x 5.6" x 3.8"- Manufacturer: Schleich
- Brand: Schleich
- Model: 14525
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- PartNumber: 14525
Details:- Product Category: Accessory
- Author: Schleich
Physical Description:- Size: 5.512 Inches by 3.74 Inches by 11.024 Inches
- Weight: 0.624 Pounds
- Color: Green
Features:- DETAILED & REALISTIC. Crafted with precision and authentic detail to create a lifelike toy that teaches and inspires toddlers and kids; helps introduce children to animals. From the first sketch to the intricate finishing touches, we see value in every detail.
- HEALTHY IMAGINATIVE PLAY. The Tyrannosaurus Rex from Schleich is carefully designed to inspire safe and creative pretend play for children as both a single toy or part of a larger collection.
- PART OF A GROWING PLAY WORLD. The Tyrannosaurus Rex is part of the Dinosaurs collection of figurines and playsets from Schleich. Great for gifting, this figurine can stand alone or fit into a larger, modular play world.
- BUILT TO LAST. As an 85-year-old German toy company, we are committed to manufacturing realistic toys with the highest standard of quality and safety for years of durable play and collectability. All products and the materials used meet or exceed the strictest applicable toy safety requirements.
- EXPERT APPROVED. “Schleich playsets and figurines inspire kids to play imaginatively: an essential part of healthy childhood development so often overlooked in today’s fast-paced world.” - Dr. Sandra Stone, open-ended play expert
- Has movable lower jaw
- Hand painted
- Historically accurate
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Jurassic World Toys Multi Color Toy
![Jurassic World Bite n Fight Tyrannosaurus Rex in Larger Size with Realistic Sculpting, Articulation & Dual-Button Activation for Tail Strike and Head Strikes, Ages 4 and Older [Amazon Exclusive]](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41j3Kye2ZDL._SL160_.jpg) | Lowest New Price: $49.97* In Stock.* *(As of 11:38 Pacific 1 Jul 2022 More Info)
Click Here | Description: Jurassic World Bite 'n Fight Tyrannosaurus Rex in Larger Size with Realistic Sculpting, Articulation & Dual-Button Activation for Tail Strike and Head Strikes, Ages 4 and Older [Amazon Exclusive]- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: GNH34
- UPC: 887961870640
- EAN: 0887961870640
- PartNumber: GNH34
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 8.4134 Inches by 20.9961 Inches by 6.752 Inches
- Color: Multi Color
Features:- Dinosaur rivalry and battle action come alive with this larger-scale Jurassic World Bite 'n Fight Tyrannosaurus Rex!
- Dual-button activation gets the battle action going for frighteningly fierce moves. Push the back button and the tail strikes; press the front button and the head lunges forward and turns approximately 90 degrees.
- Press hard on the front button to make the bite force stronger—CHOMP! For dual tail and head-striking action, press both buttons at the same time!
- Features realistic movie-inspired sculpting, articulation plus authentic color and texture.
- Play out epic Jurassic World battle-action scenes with this Bite 'n Fight Tyrannosaurus Rex!
- Includes informative Dino Rivals collector card with key dinosaur battle stats and attributes.
- Download the Jurassic World Facts app (Android and iOS) for more dinosaur fun! App lets you scan your dinosaur and watch it come to life, learn attack facts, compare stats and more!
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Click Here | Description: Jurassic World Stomp ‘N Escape Tyrannosaurus Rex Figure Camp Cretaceous Dinosaur Escape Toy with Stomping Movements, Movable Joints, Authentic Deco, Kids Gift Ages 4 Years & Up,Mixed- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: GYW84
- UPC: 887961981742
- EAN: 0887961981742
- PartNumber: GYW84
Details:- Product Category: Accessory
Physical Description:- Size: 22.44 Inches by 10.78 Inches by 5.03 Inches
- Color: Mixed
Features:- Be a part of thrilling action and adventure with Jurassic World Dino Escape!
- The T. rex is a fan favorite dinosaur and this oversize action figure provides ferocious levels of excitement, as it breaks out of restraints, has a realistic stomping action and attack feature and sounds!
- Enjoy creative play and exciting battles with this Stomp 'n Escape Tyrannosaurus Rex dinosaur toy inspired by Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous
- This figure comes in a massive size that will thrill fans at approximately 8.5 inches (21.6 cm) tall x 21.5 inches (54.6 cm) long and allows for a huge number of storylines or a stomping good display!
- Makes a great gift for ages 4 years old and up, especially BIG Jurassic World fans!
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Jurassic World Toys Released: June 1st, 2022 Multicolor Toy
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Click Here | Description: Jurassic World Dominion Super Colossal Atrociraptor Action Figure, Extra Large Dinosaur Toy at 37 Inches with Movable Joints and Eating Feature- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: HBK73
- UPC: 887961991161
- EAN: 0887961991161
- PartNumber: HBK73
Details:- Product Category: Toy
- Publication Date: June 1st, 2022
- Release Date: June 1st, 2022
Physical Description:- Size: 15.3543 Inches by 7.0866 Inches by 24.0158 Inches
- Color: Multicolor
Features:- Attack playtime with a big appetite with the Jurassic World Super Colossal Tyrannosaurus Rex dinosaur, inspired by Jurassic World: Dominion
- Kids can take out all their animal instincts with this T. rex that comes in a mighty size and is able to gobble up mini figures whole!
- Unlatch the stomach to release the prey swallowed by the carnivorous dinosaur and start all over again
- Tell tall tales! This gigantic dinosaur figure is more than 3 FEET LONG and features authentic sculpting, texture and colors. The tiny arms and ferocious mouth make the T. rex instantly recognizable
- It's the perfect gift for ages 4 years old and up especially fans of Jurassic World, dinosaurs and oversized action play!
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Jurassic World Toys Released: February 16th, 2021 Brown Toy
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Click Here | Description: Jurassic World Super Colossal Tyrannosaurus Rex [Amazon Exclusive]- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: FMM63
- UPCs: 887961577136, 706970394490, 762319491657
- EANs: 0706970394490, 0762319491657, 3360211089209, 0887961577136
- PartNumber: FMM63
Details:- Product Category: Toy
- Publication Date: February 16th, 2021
- Release Date: February 16th, 2021
Physical Description:- Size: 15.0 Inches by 24.0 Inches by 6.75 Inches
- Weight: 1.0 Pounds
- Color: Brown
Features:- Get ready for thrilling action and adventure with Jurassic World!
- Based on the iconic Tyrannosaurus Rex from Jurassic World, Super Colossal Tyrannosaurus Rex is approximately three feet long with realistic detail and decoration.
- Large figure features articulated arms and legs, and extra-wide jaws that can open and close.
- Super Colossal Tyrannosaurus Rex can swallow up to 20 mini action figure dinosaurs whole (sold separately).
- To release the dinosaurs, open the door on the belly.
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Click Here | Description: PNSO Dinosaur Museums Series (Andrea The Tyrannosaurus REX 1:35 Scientific Art Model)- Manufacturer: PNSO
- Brand: PNSO
- EAN: 6974180730368
- PartNumber: PNSO
Physical Description:- Color: Andrea the Tyrannosaurus Rex 1:35 Scientific Art Model
Features:- 【Scientifically Accurate Figurines】The dinosaur models are reconstructed by using both science and art method. Bring life back to the most amazing animals once inhabited on Earth;
- 【Impressive Level of Details】This 1:35 Tyrannosaurus Sci-art Model with exciting pose, an articulation jaw and lifelike paint job captures this animal’s personality. Durable and eco-friendly materials used, the engaging model inspires imaginative play and drama creation.
- 【Additional Educational Support】The ancillary informative manual, exhibition-level posters and online educational videos, including model-creating story and how-to-draw-dinosaur videos, help to know science knowledge while learning drawing techniques. It is not only a perfect gift for dinosaur lovers, but also suitable for families, educational organizations/institutes.
- 【Diversity of Species】PNSO will constantly research and develop the variety of models including some rarely seen species which can feed the sustained passion for prehistoric animals, and provide more play combinations and scene matching.
- 【Artworks of ZHAO Chuang & Yang Yang】Mr. ZHAO Chuang, a scientific artist, designed all the model prototypes, illustrated the posters and narrated all the videos. Ms. YANG Yang, a science writer for children, wrote all the words. As the preferred copyright partner for museums, scientists and publishers around the world, more and more published PNSO books will enrich furthering reading.
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