{"product_id":"nanotyrannus-skull-copy","title":"WALL MOUNTED HALF SKULL - Nanotyrannus Skull","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"473\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"128\"\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"153\"\u003eNanotyrannus lancensis\u003c\/em\u003e – once considered a distinct genus of small tyrannosaurid, this controversial and captivating specimen represents what some paleontologists interpret as a juvenile \u003cem data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"337\"\u003eTyrannosaurus rex\u003c\/em\u003e or a separate tyrannosaur species. This high-fidelity skull replica brings that debate—and the Late Cretaceous predator itself—to life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHalf skull, designed to mount flat on a wall. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"526\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"486\"\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 cm (23.6 in) one-piece skull replica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"584\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"544\"\u003eTime Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Cretaceous (~66 million years ago)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"825\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"609\"\u003eDiscovery Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspired by specimens discovered in the Hell Creek Formation, USA – a world-renowned fossil site that has yielded some of the most iconic Late Cretaceous dinosaurs, including the debated \u003cem data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"811\"\u003eNanotyrannus\u003c\/em\u003e skull \"Jane.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"938\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"845\"\u003eSkull Replica:\u003c\/strong\u003e Created in durable resin with exceptional detail, this museum-grade replica features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003eGracefully narrow jaws and elongated skull structure typical of \u003cem data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eNanotyrannus\u003c\/em\u003e interpretations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eExceptionally detailed dentition and cranial sutures for anatomical and educational accuracy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003eDistinctively large orbits (eye sockets), often cited as evidence of juvenile or high-vision adaptations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003eDark fossil bone finish for a realistic visual presentation\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003eScientific Context:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003eNanotyrannus\u003c\/em\u003e skull remains a centrepiece of paleontological debate. Some researchers argue it represents a juvenile \u003cem data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003eT. rex\u003c\/em\u003e, while others point to skeletal and proportional differences suggesting a separate species. This replica embodies that discussion, highlighting key features used in the argument for ontogenetic (growth stage) vs. taxonomic distinction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003eA half skull which mounts to a wall, note that the non-viewable side is flat. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2609\" data-end=\"2727\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2609\" data-end=\"2622\"\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2622\" data-end=\"2625\"\u003eShips fully assembled as a single solid piece. No construction required—unbox and display immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DINOSAUR SKELETONS","offers":[{"title":"1:1 Scale HALF SKULL WALL MOUNTED","offer_id":53926638321991,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0828\/2288\/9799\/files\/edited-photo_1.jpg?v=1778923213","url":"https:\/\/dinosaurskeletons.co.uk\/products\/nanotyrannus-skull-copy","provider":"DINOSAUR SKELETONS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}