New Study Reveals T. Rex Could Have Been 70% Larger Than Previously Thought

Researchers use statistical models to suggest that the largest T. rex might have weighed up to 15,000 kilograms, challenging our understanding of dinosaur sizes.

• Current largest T. rex fossil, 'Scotty,' weighs about 19,555 pounds; new estimates suggest some individuals could reach 33,069 pounds.
• The study highlights the limitations of the fossil record and the rarity of finding the largest specimens.
• Researchers used a combination of statistical modeling and comparisons with modern animals to estimate maximum sizes.
• The findings open new questions about the biomechanics and ecology of such massive predators.
• The research underscores the broader issue of estimating sizes for all extinct species based on limited fossil evidence.

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