Scientists Find Fossil Species That Are Still Relating to the T-Rex

Four bones found on the Isle of Wight, England, are believed to be related to the popular Tyrannosaurus Rex. The species is estimated to be about four meters long and lived on Earth 115 million years ago.

The study, published in the journal Papers in Palaeontology, reveals that the four fossils were submitted to the Sandown Dinosaur Isle Museum by the people who found them.

One of them is fossil hunter Robin Ward, who was on vacation with his family when he found one of the mysterious remains of the dinosaur.

Ward's findings were later supplemented by three others submitted by fellow fossil enthusiasts. The fossils were also studied by paleontologists from the University of Southampton.

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Upon further examination, the researchers realized that they were looking at an entirely new genus of dinosaurs.

"We were surprised at how" empty "these animals were. It is full of air space. Part of the skeleton must be a bit fragile, "said Chris Barker, a researcher from the University of Southampton.

The species is named Vectaerovenator inopinatus - joining T.rex and other modern birds in a group known as the theropods. These animals are known for their specificity in their pneumatic bones, which contain air sacs as an extension of the lungs. Serves to facilitate the flow of oxygen and make the frame lighter — an important step for directing birds to flight.

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It is thought that V. inopinatus lived north of Shanklin, Isle of Wight, England, where fossils were found and then 'washed' by shallow seas. The deposits at Shanklin are designated a marine environment so fossilized oysters are common, but not with dinosaurs.

"While we have enough material to be able to determine the common type of dinosaurs, ideally we want to find more to refine our analysis," said Barker.

"We are very grateful for the contribution of these fossils to science. This shows the important role that citizens can play in paleontology," he concluded.

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