Tyrannosaurus Rex Jaw Fragment
published
NHM-P-001
Taxonomy
Species
Tyrannosaurus rex
Genus
Tyrannosaurus
Family
Tyrannosauridae
Order
Saurischia
Description
Exceptionally preserved mandible fragment with intact dentition. The specimen shows well-preserved tooth morphology including serrations on the carinae. Associated soft tissue impressions suggest rapid burial in fluvial sediments. This specimen contributes significantly to our understanding of T. rex feeding mechanics and ontogenetic dietary shifts.
Geological Context
Geological Age
Late Cretaceous (68-66 Ma)
Stratigraphic Unit
Hell Creek Formation
Collection Details
Collector
Dr. James Smith
Collection Date
Jun 15, 2023
Location
Garfield County, Montana
USA, North America
Tags
theropod
carnivore
dentition
mandible
hell-creek
Record Info
CreatedJun 15, 2023
UpdatedJan 10, 2024