Beasts of the Mesozoic Tyrannosaurus Rex
Includes (1) 1/35th scale Tyrannosaurus rex action figure. Figure measures 14 inches (35.6cm) long and features 20 points of articulation, interchangeable lower legs, three sets of interchangeable feet, bendable tail end and display base. Featuring package art by RJ Palmer.
Tyrannosaurus Rex, often abbreviated as T. rex, is one of the most famous and well-known dinosaurs that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, approximately 68 to 66 million years ago. Here's some key information about this remarkable dinosaur: Size and Appearance: Tyrannosaurus Rex was a large theropod dinosaur, meaning it was a two-legged carnivorous dinosaur. It was one of the largest carnivorous dinosaurs to have ever lived. Adult T. rex individuals could reach lengths of up to 40 feet (12 meters) and stand about 15 to 20 feet (4.6 to 6 meters) tall at the hips. Weight: Estimates of its weight vary, but it is believed to have weighed between 7 and 9 tons, with some larger specimens possibly reaching even higher weights. Physical Features: T. rex had a massive head with large, sharp, serrated teeth designed for tearing through flesh. Its skull was heavy and had powerful jaw muscles to deliver a lethal bite force. Its forelimbs were relatively small compared to its overall size and were not used for hunting but rather for grasping prey or for balance. Habitat and Distribution: Tyrannosaurus Rex fossils have been found in what is now western North America, including areas of modern-day Montana, South Dakota, Wyoming, and Alberta, Canada. It likely inhabited diverse environments such as forests, floodplains, and coastal regions. Diet: As a carnivorous predator, T. rex was at the top of the food chain during its time. It primarily preyed on large herbivorous dinosaurs like Triceratops and hadrosaurs. Its powerful bite and serrated teeth allowed it to inflict devastating injuries on its prey. Behavior: T. rex is believed to have been an apex predator, meaning it had no natural predators in its ecosystem. It likely had an opportunistic feeding strategy, scavenging when the opportunity arose, in addition to hunting live prey. Extinction: Like all non-avian dinosaurs, T. rex went extinct at the end of the Cretaceous period, around 66 million years ago, during the mass extinction event that also wiped out most other dinosaurs. The cause of this extinction event is thought to be a combination of factors, including a massive asteroid impact and volcanic activity. Discovery: The first partial T. rex skeleton was discovered in 1902 by fossil hunter Barnum Brown in Montana, USA. Since then, more than 30 specimens have been found, making T. rex one of the best-represented large theropods in the fossil record.
Hand Painted. Product Material: PVC
Product Code: #62871
by Beasts of the Mesozoic
15+ Years
Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.
