"Prehistoric Discovery: Newly Unearthed Tyrannosaur Predates T. Rex"

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A new species of giant Tyrannosaurus, named Tyrannosaurus mcraeensis, has been discovered in North America and predates the famous T. rex by 6 million years. This newly identified species is more primitive than its well-known cousin but was just as big and formidable. The differences between the two species are subtle but consistent, leading to the declaration of a new species. The discovery suggests that Tyrannosaurus evolved in southern North America and then spread north, shedding light on the evolution of these ancient superpredators. Further study will be needed to unravel the complexities of the Tyrannosaurus family tree.
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