About this episode

Tyrus interviews Dr. Kenneth Lacovara about the discovery of a giant dinosaur skeleton and its implications for understanding prehistoric life and conservation.

In this episode Tyrus sits down with Dr. Kenneth Lacovara, founding director of the Edelman Fossil Park and Museum at Rowan University. Dr. Lacovara shares the thrilling adventure of discovering Dreadnoughtus schrani, one of the most complete giant titanosaur skeletons ever unearthed. The conversation covers everything from the prehistoric arms race and T-Rex myths to a profound perspective on deep history and practical conservation strategies like rewilding your lawn. STAY IN THE ORBIT 🪐 Instagram 👉https://www.instagram.com/planettyruspod/ Facebook 👉https://www.facebook.com/PlanetTyrusPod X 👉https://x.com/PlanetTyrusPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Tyrus

Guest: Dr. Kenneth Lacovara

Topics covered

• dinosaur discovery
• paleontology
• conservation
• prehistoric life
• titanosaurs

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Edelman Fossil Park and Museum

Books & works: Dreadnoughtus schrani

Places: Patagonia

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