Tyrannosaurus rex Sue “Sue,” the most famous Tyrannosaurus rex specimen, stands as an awe-inspiring ambassador of the Late Cretaceous era. Discovered in 1990 in South Dakota, USA, Sue has become an icon of paleontology, offering a wealth of knowledge about the life of T. rex.
Sue’s colossal frame measures over 40 feet in length and stands tall as a testament to the apex predator status of the Tyrannosaurus rex. Its well-preserved skeleton provides a detailed glimpse into the anatomy and lifestyle of one of the largest carnivorous dinosaurs to ever roam the Earth.
What sets Sue apart is not only its size but also the exceptional preservation of its bones, allowing scientists to reconstruct various aspects of its life. Sue’s powerful jaws, lined with serrated teeth capable of crushing bone, tell a story of a fearsome predator ruling the Late Cretaceous landscape.