"Tyrannosaur's Last Meal: A Prehistoric Surprise Found in Stomach Fossil"

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"Tyrannosaur's Last Meal: A Prehistoric Surprise Found in Stomach Fossil"
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Scientists have discovered the remains of prey inside the stomach of a tyrannosaur skeleton for the first time, shedding light on the dietary habits and growth patterns of these mighty dinosaurs. The Gorgosaurus, a member of the tyrannosaurid family, had the remains of two young bird-like dinosaurs called Citipes in its stomach. This finding suggests that young tyrannosaurs had a different diet than their adult counterparts, transitioning from smaller prey to larger plant-eating dinosaurs as they grew. The discovery provides insight into the ontogenetic dietary shift of tyrannosaurs and their success as apex predators.

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