T. Rex Could Have Been Even Larger Than Previously Thought

New Research Reveals a Potential Size of 70% Heavier and 25% Longer

Paleobiologist Jordan Mallon's Computer Modeling Study

T. Rex, the fearsome king of the dinosaurs, may have been even more massive than previously believed. A new research study conducted by paleobiologist Jordan Mallon at the Canadian Museum of Nature suggests that the largest T. Rex individuals could have been 70% heavier and 25% longer than the largest known specimens identified to date.

Mallon's computer modeling study utilized data from the largest known T. Rex fossils, including the iconic "Scotty" specimen, to estimate the potential size range of the species. The results revealed that the largest T. Rex could have weighed a whopping 20 tons and stretched up to an impressive 46 feet in length.

These findings have significant implications for our understanding of T. Rex and its ecological role. A larger size would have allowed T. Rex to dominate even more effectively in its prehistoric environment, preying on a wider range of herbivores and outcompeting other large carnivores for resources.

Mallon's research emphasizes the importance of ongoing paleontological investigations and the constant potential for new discoveries that can reshape our knowledge of ancient life. The possibility of such large T. Rex specimens highlights the incredible diversity and adaptability of the dinosaur world.