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