news El Sudcaliforniano 2026-07-14

T. Rex Skeleton Smashes Records at New York Auction, Sparks Paleontology Concerns

A T. Rex skeleton fetched a record-breaking $50.1 million at an auction in New York. This sale has reignited concerns among paleontologists who advocate for fossils to be in research institutions rather than private collections. The high-profile auction highlights the increasing commercialization of scientific artifacts.

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