T. rex Lifespan Rewritten: Slower Growth, Longer Life
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A study of 17 T. rex specimens shows the giant predator grew more slowly and lived longer than previously thought, not reaching around eight tons until about 35–40 years old, which helps explain its sustained dominance and varied life niches.
- Scientists Uncover Secrets to Tyrannosaurus Rex’s Lifespan The Daily Beast
- It took 35 years for T. rex to become fully grown CNN
- Tyrannosaurids Took Their Time Growing to 17,000 Pounds Nautilus | Science Connected
- Study finds Tyrannosaurus rex did not reach full size until age 40 Yahoo
- Tyrannosaurus rex grew up slowly: New study reveals the “king of dinosaurs” kept growing until age 40 EurekAlert!
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