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Peter Larson

American paleontologist

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Also known as Peter Lars Larson

Born: 1952
Occupation: paleontologist
Education: South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

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Peter Lars Larson is an American commercial fossil collector and researcher who is head of the Black Hills Institute of Geological Research, which specializes in the excavation, preparation, mounting, and replication of fossils. He led the team that excavated "Sue", one of the largest and most complete specimens of Tyrannosaurus rex, which was the subject of a legal dispute resulting in its seizure and public auction. In 1996, Larson was convicted of customs violations related to failing to declare money he had brought from overseas, and served 18 months in prison.

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Sex or gender: male
Given name: Peter
Family name: Larson

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