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Scouts Dino Day

On view in Dinosaur Discoveries: Ancient Fossils, New Ideas: T. rex BiomechanicsT. rex is often depicted with its great legs in a crouch—but was that its typical pose? Some biomechanical scientists doubt it. This model, shown mid-stride in this scale model, may have been rather straight-legged, too. An accompanying video shows how biomechanics experts think a creature the size of T. rex might have gotten around, and a how this great carnivore was likely much slower than any Hollywood T.…

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December 8, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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39 Scofieldtown Rd
Stamford, CT United States

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On view in Dinosaur Discoveries: Ancient Fossils, New Ideas: T. rex BiomechanicsT. rex is often depicted with its great legs in a crouch—but was that its typical pose? Some biomechanical scientists doubt it. This model, shown mid-stride in this scale model, may have been rather straight-legged, too. An accompanying video shows how biomechanics experts think a creature the size of T. rex might have gotten around, and a how this great carnivore was likely much slower than any Hollywood T. rex. © AMNH
We welcome Scouts of all ages and Scouting Organizations to tour our exhibit, see real fossils up close, and create a dino related craft! All participating adults and children over 3 must have a ticket.
All Ages
Sunday, December 8
1 — 4 pm
Scouts & Family Attendees $8
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