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UK museum unveils oldest named dinosaur in major redisplay
20 Jul
Summary
- The Oxford University Museum of Natural History is showcasing the Megalosaurus.
- Megalosaurus was the first dinosaur scientifically named.
- The museum completed a historic redisplay initiative called "Life, as we know it".
The Oxford University Museum of Natural History, established 166 years ago, has concluded the final phase of its extensive "Life, as we know it" redisplay project. This initiative, aimed at showcasing scientific narratives, has seen the installation of more than 3,000 objects.
Central to the exhibition is the Megalosaurus, a Jurassic dinosaur originally discovered in a quarry in Stonesfield, Oxfordshire, during the late 18th century. This marks a significant moment as the Megalosaurus was the very first dinosaur to receive a scientific name.
Museum director Dr. Gavin Svenson stated that the newly unveiled displays, opening on Monday, aim to connect thousands of specimens to illuminate pivotal stories within science.
