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New species of tyrannosaur dinosaur

New species of tyrannosaur dinosaur

Reconstruction of the outer layer of Daspletosaurus horneri, based on the distribution of texture on the facial bones. The face in tyrannosaurs was covered by an extensive mask of large, flat scales and regions of armor-like skin on the snout, jaws and ornamental horns. The large horn behind the eye was covered by horn, the same material that makes human fingernails.

Horner's Frightful Lizard

Horner's Frightful Lizard

Discovery site

The massive field jackets containing the bones of the adult specimen of Daspletosaurus horneri were hauled out by a mule-drawn sled in August 2001. The crew are the outfitters from the Sun Canyon Lodge.

Credit: David Varricchio

Anagenesis explained

Anagenesis explained

Credit: Thomas Carr

Difference between prehistoric cousins

Difference between prehistoric cousins

Credit: Tomas Carr

Tyrannosaurs show their sensitive side

New cousin of T. rex discovered in Montana helps researchers provide a facial makeover for the well-known dinosaur

March 30, 2017

Categories: Latest News Honors College Research

Tags: Jason R. Moore UNM Honors College tyrannosaurs Horner’s Frightful Lizard Daspletosaurus horneri Dinosaurs research

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