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The discovery of the first fossil T. rex cubs, they were as big as cats.
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The discovery of the first fossil T. rex cubs, they were as big as cats.

The article discusses new fossil discoveries that challenge previous assumptions about Tyrannosaurus rex hatchlings. It explains how the portrayal of T. rex juveniles in the Jurassic Park franchise is inaccurate, noting that real baby T. rexes were about the size of cats and likely lived in groups. The findings, published in 'Biology' and reported by ScienceAlert, reveal that these small fossils were previously overlooked by scientists who focused more on larger, more complete remains. Paleontologist Nick Longrich highlights the bias toward studying large bones and suggests that smaller, fragmented fossils are often neglected despite their potential to provide valuable insights into dinosaur development.

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The discovery of the first fossil T. rex cubs, they were as big as cats.

The article discusses new fossil discoveries that challenge previous assumptions about Tyrannosaurus rex hatchlings. It explains how the portrayal of T. rex juveniles in the Jurassic Park franchise is inaccurate, noting that real baby T. rexes were about the size of cats and likely lived in groups. The findings, published in 'Biology' and reported by ScienceAlert, reveal that these small fossils were previously overlooked by scientists who focused more on larger, more complete remains. Paleontologist Nick Longrich highlights the bias toward studying large bones and suggests that smaller, fragmented fossils are often neglected despite their potential to provide valuable insights into dinosaur development.

Bias read (Center): The article presents scientific findings without overt ideological slant. While discussing the implications of the discovery and the biases within paleontology, it does not favor any particular political agenda. The framing remains objective, focusing on the scientific process and the significanceof

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