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A rare 150-million-year-old stegosaur skull found in Spain has led to the identification of a new dinosaur group called Neostegosauria, reshaping our understanding of stegosaur evolution and their geographic distribution during the Jurassic period.
A new trend in paleontology involves selling shares in dinosaur fossils, such as a Stegosaurus, allowing investors to own a piece of these ancient relics. This innovative approach combines science with business, offering a unique investment opportunity while raising questions about the commercialization of paleontological finds.
The most expensive dinosaur fossil ever sold, a Stegosaurus named "Apex," is now on display at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. Unearthed in Colorado in 2022, the remarkably complete skeleton was purchased by billionaire Kenneth C. Griffin for $44.6 million. The fossil will be available for scientific study, with plans to investigate its species, metabolism, and growth. Apex will be displayed for four years before being replaced by a cast, while Griffin has funded a postdoctoral fellowship for its study.
The American Museum of Natural History is showcasing a new Stegosaurus named "Apex," believed to be the largest ever found, starting December 8. This 11.5-foot-tall, 27-foot-long dinosaur is 80% complete and is on a four-year loan from financier Kenneth C. Griffin, who purchased it for $45 million. Discovered in 2022 in Colorado, Apex will provide valuable scientific data and is displayed in a defensive pose. It will eventually join the museum's fourth-floor collection next fall.
The American Museum of Natural History in New York has unveiled 'Apex,' one of the most complete Stegosaurus skeletons ever discovered. This 11-foot-tall, 20-foot-long fossil, found in Colorado and auctioned for $44.6 million, is on loan to the museum. Stegosaurus, a herbivorous dinosaur known for its distinctive plates and spiky tail, lived in North America during the Jurassic Period. The exhibit has generated excitement due to the dinosaur's iconic status and the fossil's completeness.
Hedge fund billionaire Ken Griffin has purchased a nearly complete stegosaurus fossil, named Apex, for $44.6 million, which will be displayed at the American Museum of Natural History for four years. Discovered in Colorado in 2022, Apex is one of the largest stegosaurs ever found, measuring 11 feet tall and 27 feet long. Museum paleontologists plan to study the fossil to gain insights into the growth and metabolic rate of stegosaurs, with a focus on its femur. Apex's skeleton was well-preserved, with a notable self-inflicted wound from its tail spike.
A 150 million-year-old stegosaurus fossil named "Apex" is expected to fetch $4 million to $6 million at a Sotheby's auction, raising concerns among scientists about the commercialization of fossils and the potential loss of scientifically important specimens to private collections. Paleontologist Cary Woodruff advocates for replicas and museum donations as alternatives. Sotheby's claims that most buyers donate fossils to museums.
Fossil hunter Jason Cooper discovered a nearly complete stegosaurus skeleton on his Colorado property, which is now set to be auctioned at Sotheby's in Manhattan for an estimated $4 to $6 million. This significant find, named "Apex," is notable for its size and quality, including preserved skin impressions.
A nearly complete Stegosaurus fossil named 'Apex,' excavated in Colorado's Moffat County, is expected to fetch $4 to $6 million at a Sotheby's auction. The specimen, notable for its size and preservation, was found on private land and is set to be auctioned on July 17.
The largest and most complete stegosaurus fossil ever found, named "Apex," will be auctioned by Sotheby's in New York on July 17, with an estimated value of up to $6 million. Discovered near Colorado's Morrison Formation, the 11-foot-tall, 20-foot-long specimen includes 247 fossil bones and is believed to be between 146 million and 161 million years old. The auction has sparked debate over the sale of fossils to private collectors, potentially limiting scientific study and public access.
Jason Cooper, a professional fossil hunter in Colorado, discovered an exceptionally well-preserved stegosaurus skeleton named "Apex" on his property. The skeleton, which is 70% complete, is set to be auctioned at Sotheby's in New York, with an expected price of $4-6 million. While the sale excites private collectors, it has sparked concern among paleontologists who believe such significant finds should be in museums for public education and scientific research.
A nearly complete Stegosaurus fossil, expected to fetch up to $6 million at Sotheby's auction, has sparked controversy among paleontologists who argue such specimens should be preserved in museums for public education and scientific research. Despite these concerns, the auction will proceed, with the fossil's documentation and sale handled with high standards and transparency.
Apex, the largest stegosaurus skeleton ever found, is set to be auctioned at Sotheby’s with an estimated value of up to $6 million. Discovered in Colorado, the nearly complete skeleton has sparked both public intrigue and concern from scientists who argue that selling rare fossils at high prices can hinder research. The fossil, which is 30% larger than the notable stegosaurus specimen Sophie, was excavated by commercial paleontologist Jason Cooper. While some paleontologists acknowledge the financial challenges of such excavations, they worry that private sales limit scientific access to important discoveries.
Apex, the largest and most complete Stegosaurus fossil ever found, discovered by paleontologist Jason Cooper in Dinosaur, Colorado, is set to be auctioned by Sotheby's for an estimated $4 million to $6 million, sparking debate over the private fossil trade and its impact on scientific research.