# T. rex fossil may become most expensive ever, raising concerns for scientists

A Tyrannosaurus rex fossil is expected to fetch a record price at auction, potentially becoming the most expensive fossil ever sold. Paleontologists are concerned that private ownership could limit scientific study and public access to the specimen.

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- [BBC World](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4gykgyn1r4o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:58:40 GMT