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Deinonychus
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Deinonychus was a carnivore (meat-eater) that lived in North America during
the early Cretaceous period,
about 115 million years ago.
Deinonychus was about 11 feet (3.4 meters) long and weighed about
160 pounds (70 kilograms).
Deinonychus was a predator, and probably hunted in packs. Its most formidable
weapon was the curved claws on its hind feet - and it is from these claws that it
gets its name, which means "terrible claw".
Movie goers will remember that one of the main villains of the
Jurassic Park movies
are Velociraptors.
In the films, Velociraptor
is being depicted as being about as large a human, and
fossils of the animal
are shown being found in Montana
- in reality, Velociraptor
was actually quite a lot smaller than a human and was only found in Asia,
so what the film-makers appear to have done is "beef up"
Velociraptor
by adding some characteristics of Deinonychus (which did live in North America and was larger than
Velociraptor).
While we can't be sure that is explanation is correct, it does make sense
because in the Jurassic Park novel,
a character states that
Deinonychus is considered to be one of the
Velociraptors
(in reality, Deinonychus is closely related to
Velociraptors, but is still
considered to be a separate Genus).
Like Velociraptors,
Deinonychus is now
believed to have been
covered in feathers, and had a warm-blooded bird-like metabolism.
However, although often thought of as a fast-runner,
the bones of the leg tend to such Deinonychus may not have been one.
Deinonychus was a carnivore (meat-eater) that lived about 115 million years ago
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Deinonychus Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Deinonychus:
- Deinonychus was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Deinonychus" means "terrible claw".
- Deinonychus was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Deinonychus was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Deinonychus was a Theropod - a member of a group of related bipedal dinosaurs that included the ancestors of birds (although Deinonychus was not itself an ancestor of birds).
- Deinonychus lived about 115 million years ago, during the Cretaceous period.
- Deinonychus lived in North America.
- Deinonychus was a carnivore (meat-eater).
- Deinonychus was about 11 feet (3.4 meters) long.
- Deinonychus weighed about 160 pounds (70 kilograms).
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Deinonychus Toys
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This authentically detailed model of a Deinonychus is 10-inches long and made of durable plastic. |
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- The deinonychus was a fast moving, agile, bird-like dinosaur from the Cretaceous period
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- Collect all 15 dinosaurs to create over a million DNA combinations
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Product Description:
This attractive puzzle, ''Deinonychus'' by All4LessShop, will help you exercise your spatial thinking and hand dexterity while offering hours of fun as you figure out how to put together these 70 pieces of plywood to form a beautiful deinonychus worthy of display on your desk or bookshelf. Carefully push the pieces out of the board with your fingers, sand if necessary, put together by following a hint diagram (a drop of glue might be useful here and there, though not necessary), and the puzzle is assembled! You can stain it, paint it, or leave the wood unfinished, either way it would make an attractive keepsake. keepon Measures 9 x 0.5 x 7 inches.Exciting and educational, this puzzle would make a lovely gift for anyone: your significant other, friend, parent, or a coworker! |
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- Push his belly to activate over 40 Dino sounds and phrases
- Derek interacts and reacts with all Dinosaur Train interactive figures
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Derek is a carnivore from the Custacious Period. He has a HUGE sharp claw on each of his back feet that he uses to jab and catch his prey. Push his belly to activate over 40 Dino sounds and phrases. Push the button on his back for clawing action, or open his jaw to hear roaring and chomping sounds. Derek interacts and reacts with all Dinosaur Train interactive figures. Age grade 3 yrs+
Features include:
•InterAction Derek Figure
•He has a huge sharp claw on each of his back feet that he uses to jab and catch his prey
•Push his belly to activate over 40 Dino sounds and phrases
•Push the button on his back for clawing action, or open his jaw to hear roaring and chomping sounds
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High grade 3mm wood puzzles come individually shrink-wrapped w/instructions & sandpaper included. Pop out the pieces and go! Painted or left as natural wood, it's a challenging, educational and creative activity for all ages. Start your collection toda. Dimensions: 0.5" H x 7.31" W x 9" L Age: 5+ Number of Pieces: 70 Assembled Size: 13''Lx3''Wx9.5''H Each, ages 5+ |
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Discover the lost world with this large scale dinosaur replica! The velociraptor is part of the World Dinosaur Collection from Billy V. It is made of durable, colorfast plastic. The realistic appearance and quality construction provide hours of imaginative play. Collect all 12! |
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- For Ages 5+. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Choking Hazard - Small Parts.
Product Description:
These are cute as can be! Chipping away at the 4" egg reveals a fully dimensional baby dinosaur approximately 3". The package contains an earthen egg, digging tool, and brush. Deinonychus. For Ages 5+. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Choking Hazard - Small Parts. |
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Derek Deinonychus Figure is based on the iconic character from Jim Henson's Dinosaur Train television series. |
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By Michel Henry
Harry N. Abrams
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Children will marvel that in the time of the dinosaurs, even the deadliest predators had much to fear—eat or be eaten!
In a vividly illustrated book that will keep readers on the edge of their seats the life of a raptor 100 million years ago leaps off the page for boys and girls alike. North America was home to the deinonychus, or raptor. Follow one young raptor as he makes his way through the trials of a savage life. He must find a mate, hunt for food, deal with predators, and negotiate the dynamics of pack life. Can the raptor survive? Will he be able to lead his pack and protect his family? Raptor is filled with real archeological detail and stunningly lifelike illustrations, and dinosaur fans will embrace its fresh view of a carnivorous favorite and want to share it with all of their friends. |
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By Michael John O'Hearn
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Its brains against brawn in this battle for survival. Deinonychus was a fast and wily pack hunter, but Styracosaurus had several dangerous defenses. Learn all about these interesting dinosaurs and how they may have battled each other inside. |
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By Christy Devillier
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By M. J. Benton
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By Rupert Oliver
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Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of the dinosaur known as Deinonychus. |
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By Mike Brown
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By Beverly Halstead
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By Scott E. Sutton
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In book 4 of The Adventures of Dinosaur Dog Banjo, Lee and Dino, along with their new team members Samantha and her cat Bootsie come face-to-face with a herd of very fast, very hungry Deinonychus. Even A.R.B.E., the alien explorer and his advantaced technology is in danger when cats, dog and dinosaurs all get loose in his time travel ship. Trapped in the kitchen, their only hope is to cook up something more interesting to a hungry veloceraptor than 11-year-old time travellers. |
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By Michael Benton
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