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Gus the T Rex Shatters Fossil Records | Bangor News
A T. rex fossil nicknamed Gus just shattered records, selling for $50.1 million—the most expensive dinosaur ever auctioned. Found in South Dakota in 2021, it drew fierce bidding, with the auctioneer even encouraging bidders to “try a bigger bite.” While the sale thrilled collectors, scientists are pushing back, arguing these fossils belong in public museums for research and future discovery. Iconic dinosaurs like “Sue,” “Stan,” and “Apex” are already in museums, where science can unlock new secrets over time. Once the apex predator of its era, T. rex now reigns as a pop culture legend…
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