| Stan |
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"Stan" the T. rex was discovered in the badlands of South Dakota. It was
excavated and prepared by the paleontologists at the Black Hills Institute of
Geologic Research. Stan is one of the most complete skeletons known of
the giant predator. This model is a scientifically accurate reconstruction of
this specific Tyrannosaurus, not just another generic T. rex. Many hours
were spent researching this piece. Measurements were taken of each and every
bone in his body, and the skin texture is based upon actual preserved bits of
skin found associated with another T. rex specimen. The feather mane is
mostly conjecture, but it's not too far into the world of fantasy, as there was a
structure that appears to be a downy feather found with the skin impressions.
Look for future companion pieces for this T. rex!
excavated and prepared by the paleontologists at the Black Hills Institute of
Geologic Research. Stan is one of the most complete skeletons known of
the giant predator. This model is a scientifically accurate reconstruction of
this specific Tyrannosaurus, not just another generic T. rex. Many hours
were spent researching this piece. Measurements were taken of each and every
bone in his body, and the skin texture is based upon actual preserved bits of
skin found associated with another T. rex specimen. The feather mane is
mostly conjecture, but it's not too far into the world of fantasy, as there was a
structure that appears to be a downy feather found with the skin impressions.
Look for future companion pieces for this T. rex!
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