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Oviraptor
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Oviraptor was an ominovorous dinosaur that lived in the late
Cretaceous period,
about 75 million years ago.
Fossils
have been found in
Mongolia, as well a possible second specimen in
the Inner Mongolian region of China.
Oviraptor was about 6 to 8 feet (1.8 to 2.4 meters) long. It probably weighed
something in the region of 60 to 70 pounds (27 to 32 kilograms).
Physically, Oviraptor, like several of its relatives
(Caudipteryx,
Nomingia and
Protarchaeopteryx) seems to have been quite bird-like. Some appear to have a pygostyle
(fused final vertebrae as found in birds), and extensive coverings of feathers.
Oviraptor is also usually depicted as having a crest on its head similar to modern
cassowary birds, however although it is though likely that Oviraptor did have a crest
(its close relatives certainly did), the only recognised specimen of Oviraptor has
a crushed skull, so we can not be sure of the exact size, shape or positioning of Oviraptor's
crest.
When Oviraptor was first found
(it was discovered by Roy Chapman Andrews, and then described and named by
Henry Fairfield Osborn in 1924),
it was thought that eggs were the
most important part of its diet.
The reason why eggs were thought to be important in Oviraptor's diet are:
Osborn noted
that Oviraptor's skull was found just inches away from a nest of dinosaur eggs
(believed at the time to be
Protoceratops eggs).
Additionally,
Henry Fairfield Osborn,
speculated that the animal's the toothless beak, as well as bones beneath its jaw, would
have formed an effective egg-piercing tool.
As a result of this,
Osborn
chose the name "Oviraptor", which means "egg seizer".
That said,
Osborn
did not seem entirely confident of the egg-eating hypothesis - he did
caution that the name "Oviraptor" might be misleading.
Recently however,
fossils of relatives of
Oviraptor have been found brooding their own eggs, and hence it is possible that the
eggs that Oviraptor was found close to, were actually its own.
As a result of these discoveries, many scientists now think that
Oviraptor may well have been an omnivore, possibly eating small animals, eggs,
insects and plants. An alternative or additional hypothesis is that Oviraptor
may have eaten molluscs such as clams - its jaws seem to be strong enough to
break their shells, and molluscs are found in the same geological formation as
Oviraptor.
Oviraptor was an omnivore (ate meat and plants) that lived about 75 million years ago
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Oviraptor Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Oviraptor:
- Oviraptor was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Oviraptor" means "egg seizer". The name was chosen by Henry Fairfield Osborn in 1924.
- Oviraptor was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Oviraptor was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Oviraptor was a Theropod - a member of a group of related bipedal dinosaurs that included the ancestors of birds (although Oviraptor was not itself an ancestor of birds).
- Oviraptor lived about 75 million years ago, during the late Cretaceous period.
- Oviraptor lived in Mongolia, and possibly China.
- Oviraptor was a omnivore (ate both meat and plants).
- Oviraptor was about 6 to 8 feet (1.8 to 2.4 meters) long.
- Oviraptor weighed about 60 to 70 pounds (27 to 32 kilograms).
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Oviraptor Books
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By Rob Shone
Brand: PowerKids Press
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This birdlike dinosaur lived in what is now Mongolia’s Gobi Desert where it preyed on the eggs of other dinosaur, giving it the name Oviraptor meaning “egg thief.” This volume follows the, relatively, small dinosaur through a dramatic day in the desert, from fleeing larger dinosaurs and trying to steal other dinosaur’s eggs. Lovely illustrations and simple text enthrall readers and guide them through the exciting life of the Oviraptor. A detailed description of the dinosaur and fossil facts are paired with the fictional story to create an enriching learning experience. |
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By Susan H. Gray
The Child's World, Inc.
Released: 2014-01-01
Kindle Edition (24 pages)
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Oviraptor's name means 'egg thief.' Learn why scientists made a mistake when they named this dinosaur! |
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By Joanne Mattern
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Provides information about oviraptors, small but quick dinosaurs, how they got their food, and whether they stole eggs from other dinosaur's nests or took care of their own. |
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By Tamara Green
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Describes the physical characteristics and probable behavior of this beaked dinosaur that scientists believe may have had an unusual appetite for dinosaur eggs |
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By Jennifer Zeiger
Cherry Lake Publishing
Released: 2013-12-13
Kindle Edition (24 pages)
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This book details the life of the dinosaur known as Oviraptor. Readers will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning when Oviraptor lived and what it likely looked like. They will also find out how it lived, from what it ate to how it dealt with enemies. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information and learn new words. |
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By Mark A. Norell
Doubleday Books for Young Readers
Released: 1999-10-12
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Known as the egg-stealing killer for many years, a recent discovery in 1993 showed the true nature of the Oviraptors that forever changed their historical reputation. |
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By Dinosaur Coloring Books
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Come on and enjoy this kid friendly dino coloring book with a tremendous collection of images to color. Our coloring book features all the popular dinosaurs — plus recent discoveries! Over 50 highly detailed drawings spotlight the Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, Velociraptor, Iguanodon, Diplodocus, Carnotaurus, Oviraptor, Gastonia, Troodon, and more — some drawings have dinosaurs that are set in their natural habitats, while most pages leave some room for creativity to unfold in order to set their own dinosaur scene. A great choice for dinosaur fans of all ages! |
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By Meish Goldish
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Describes how Roy Chapman Andrews discovered many dinosaur bones in the Gobi Desert and concluded that the Oviraptor was an egg thief, and how Mark Norell traveled to the same site and discovered that the Oviraptor was really a good parent. |
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By INSTITUTE FOR CREATION RESEARCH
Harvest House Publishers
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Dinosaurs were amazing creatures. From the time the first dinosaur bones were unearthed, the story of these unusual animals has captivated both the young and old. We continue to learn more about them from the fossil record, but there are still many questions: - How do dinosaurs fit with the Bible?
- Are they really millions of years old?
- Did they live at the same time as humans?
- Were there dinosaurs on Noah's Ark?
- How did they go extinct?
Guide to Dinosaurs is a fascinating and lavishly illustrated volume that takes a careful look at the evidence and how it fits with the historic accounts given in Scripture. |
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By Joanne Mattern
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A fascinating series featuring creatures great and small helps youngsters build vocabulary and comprehension skills as they meet the reptile rulers of the prehistoric world. |
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Oviraptor Toys
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By Schleich
Schleich
Released: 2018-01-01
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- Made of high quality plastic
- Add to your Schleich Dinosaur collection!
Product Description:
The Schleich figures are modelled with attention to detail, hand-painted with care, and provide educationally valuable playtime. The Oviraptor lived over about 75 million years ago at the time of the Velociraptor. |
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Papo
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Imagine your own Jurassic time with Papo highly detailed dinosaurs. The wide range of dinosaurs will let children create their own adventures including the legendary T-Rex, the Velociraptor, the Pteranodon, the Triceratops and more. Papo is a reference in the world of figurines Thanks to the originality of its products and the extreme care taken with product quality and safety. In an age of mass consumption and throwaway goods, Papo remains true to its wish to produce fine toys that last over time and can be passed on from generation to generation. The range of products offers a wealth of 12 different universes ranging from animals made with astonishing degrees of realism to original characters from imaginary worlds. |
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Click Here | - THE EGG STEALER - Add this to your dinosaur collection, this Oviraptor, whose name means "egg stealer", was a small bipedal dinosaur which lived during the Upper Cretaceous period. It is believed to have been a carnivore and fond of eggs, which it probably smashed using its serrated beak.
- DEVELOPS DEXTERITY AND SPARKS THE IMAGINATION - We encourage your kids to use their imagination to create their own magical kingdom. This toy will help to develop their skills while enjoying hours of imaginative play in great planet's history.
- BEAUTIFULLY FINISHED AND DURABLE - This figure is beautifully finished and the extreme attention to detail is universally recognised. This figure is made of a very high quality plastic, includes egg and its measures approximately 4.5 inches; Suitable for ages: 3+ Years.
Product Description:
The Oviraptor, whose name means "egg stealer", was a small bipedal dinosaur which lived during the upper Cretaceous period.
It is believed to have been a carnivore and fond of eggs, which it probably smashed using its serrated beak.
This alert dinosaur measured approximately 2.50 m and had a long crest on its head.
Its large eye sockets suggest a keen view and lively nature.
It seems that its body was completely covered in feathers.
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Bloco Toys
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Unique foam and plastic construction set Both boys and girls can enjoy. You simply plug the plastic connectors In the foam pieces and play! Blocks pieces are modular to enable you to build and shape a world of models. |
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This is an exact replica of an oviraptor dinosaur egg. Oviraptors were bipedal predators of the Cretaceous period. Fossil remains of these dinosaurs and their eggs have been found in regions of the Gobi Desert of Mongolia. Egg measures over 6 inches in length. |
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Dark. Dinosaur/Effect. 4. If this card is Normal or Special Summoned: You can take 1 Dinosaur-Type monster from your Deck, and either add it to your hand or send it to the Graveyard. You can target 1 other Level 4 or lower Dinosaur-Type monster on the field; destroy it, then Special Summon 1 Dinosaur-Type monster from your Graveyard in Defense Position. You can only use each effect of "Souleating Oviraptor" once per turn. |
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All Schweich figures are lovingly hand-painted with detailed modelling and allow children to learn as they play. Utah raptor was a fast, agile Raptor, which would hunt herbivorous dinosaurs. |
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Click Here | - THE EGG STEALER - Add this to your dinosaur collection, this Oviraptor, whose name means "egg stealer", was a small bipedal dinosaur which lived during the Upper Cretaceous period. It is believed to have been a carnivore and fond of eggs, which it probably smashed using its serrated beak.
- DEVELOPS DEXTERITY AND SPARKS THE IMAGINATION - We encourage your kids to use their imagination to create their own magical kingdom. This Papo toy will help to develop their skills while enjoying hours of imaginative play in great planet's history.
- BEAUTIFULLY FINISHED AND DURABLE - This figure is beautifully finished and the extreme attention to detail is universally recognised. This figure is made of a very high quality plastic, includes egg and its measures approximately 4.5 inches; Suitable for ages: 3+ Years.
Product Description:
The Papo range comprises all kinds of People, Animals and Creatures, included in the Papo toy range are: Wild Animals, Farm Animals, Horses & Equestrian, Dinosaurs, Fantasy World, Knights, Historical Figures, Pirates, Fairytale Worlds and much more. Papo items feature true to life modelling, in compliance with all relevant safety regulations and are meticulously handpainted. |
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Oviraptor Toy
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- Just right for a school / science project or report; Ideal party favor or gift for a dinosaur themed birthday party
- Weight: Approx. 40 g
Product Description:
Kids will enjoy hours of Imaginative Play with realistic-looking dinosaur / animal which is good for inspiring children's imagination and curiosity
Fun and educational for both boys and girls alike
Just right for a school / science project or report; Ideal party favor or gift for a dinosaur themed birthday party
Material: High Quality PVC Plastic; Size: Approx. 12 x 3 x 8 cm / 4.72 x 1.18 x 3.15 inch
Weight: Approx. 40 g |
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