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Compsognathus
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Compsognathus was a carnivore (meat-eater) that lived in
Europe
(fossils have been found in
Germany and
France)
during the late Jurassic period,
about 155 to 145 million years ago.
Compsognathus is smallest known dinosaur, and was about the size of a chicken. It was 2½ to 4½ feet (0.7 to 1.4 meters) long,
and weighed about 6 to 7 pounds (about 3 kilograms). It is believed to be the closest known of relative
of the early bird, Archaeopteryx.
Compsognathus was a fast-runner and used its speed when hunting lizards, insects and other small animals.
Compsognathus is known from two near complete skeletons that were found in
Germany and
France.
The German specimen was discovered by Joseph
Oberndorfer in Bavarian limestone deposits in the 1850s (where
well-preserved
Archaeopteryx specimens have also been found).
Johann A. Wagner described the specimen in papers in 1859 and 1861,
and called it Compsognathus longipes. In 1868, Thomas Huxley
hypothesized that the creature was closely related to dinosaurs, and in
1896
Othniel C. Marsh
recognized that Compsognathus was in fact a dinosaur.
The French specimen of Compsognathus was discovered in
1972,
and although this was originally thought to be a separate species,
it was later realized that the German specimen was a juvenile member of the
same species.
Compsognathus was a carnivore (meat-eater) that lived from 155 to 145 million years ago
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Compsognathus Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Compsognathus:
- Compsognathus was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Compsognathus" means "dainty jaw".
- Compsognathus was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Compsognathus was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Compsognathus was a Theropod - a member of a group of related bipedal dinosaurs that included the ancestors of birds (although Compsognathus was not itself an ancestor of birds).
- Compsognathus lived between about 155 million years ago and 145 million years ago, during the Jurassic period.
- Compsognathus lived in Europe.
- Compsognathus was a carnivore (meat-eater). Compsognathus's diet is known to have included small agile lizards, as fossilized remains of stomach contents have been found.
- Compsognathus was about 2½ feet (0.7 meters) to 4½ feet (1.4 meters) long.
- Compsognathus weighed about 6 or 7 pounds (about 3 kilograms).
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Compsognathus Books
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By Janet Riehecky
The Childs World Inc
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Compsognathus : Dinosaurs Series- Manufacturer: The Childs World Inc
- ISBN: 0895656248
- EAN: 9780895656247
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- Author: Janet Riehecky
Physical Description:- Size: 10.5 Inches by 8.5 Inches by 0.5 Inches
- Weight: 0.68 Pounds
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Dinosaur Club: The Compsognathus Chase- Manufacturer: DK Children
- ISBN: 0744059860
- EAN: 9780744059861
Details:- Hardcover
- Number of Pages: 96
- Author: DK
- Publication Date: October 4th, 2022
- Release Date: October 4th, 2022
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Compsognathus Toys
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- PartNumber: Dinosaur Figure
Physical Description:- Size: 4.3 Inches by 6.7 Inches by 2.3 Inches
- Color: Compsognathus
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- 【Detailed and Realistic】 Our action figure is hand painted with amazing authentic details, realistic movement, educational and funny, everything figure has its own character with lifelike appearance trying to tell their expression.
- 【Durable and Safe】This figure is made of a-piece design with durable ABS material which is safe and eco-friendly and children-friendly. This is the most durable design as you can imagine, when your children grow up, these toys are still fine and become valuable collectibles.
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Papo Compsognathus Figure, Multicolor- Manufacturer: Papo
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- Model: 55072
- EAN: 3465000550721
- PartNumber: 55072
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 2.4 Inches by 5.9 Inches by 4.7 Inches
- Weight: 0.07 Pounds
- Color: Multicolor
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- Hand painted
- Designed in France
- Extreme care taken with product quality and safety
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- PartNumber: Dinosaur Figure Gift Box Set-2
Physical Description:- Size: 7.4 Inches by 8.6 Inches by 3.34 Inches
- Weight: 0.5291094288 Pounds
- Color: Dinosaurs Gift Box-2
Features:- 【Realistic Emulational Details】This figures was made by hand painted with high realistically detailed appearance. Their uniquely molded textures and richly painted details make the animals vivid. And all the animal figures stand up very well. Children would like to spend more time to observe and play with them.
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- Brand: gemini&genius
- Model: Dinosaur Figure Gift Box Set-2
- PartNumber: Dinosaur Figure Gift Box Set-2
Details:- Product Category: Unknown Binding
Physical Description:- Size: 7.4 Inches by 8.6 Inches by 3.34 Inches
- Weight: 0.5291094288 Pounds
- Color: Blue
Features:- 【Realistic Emulational Details】This figures was made by hand painted with high realistically detailed appearance. Their uniquely molded textures and richly painted details make the animals vivid. And all the animal figures stand up very well. Children would like to spend more time to observe and play with them.
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- 【Educational Animals Playset】The dinosaur toys are great for education purposes, creative play, party favors, school projects, baby shower and crafts. Parents can tell the children stories about the history of the dinosaur or the life of the dinosaurs, it will improve the parent-child relationship.
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- PartNumber: action figure 4
Physical Description:Features:- 【Safe Materials】The Figures Play-set made by high quality durable ABS plastic, Non-Toxic Paint and Odorless. All by safety materials for kids, all figures are solid.
- 【Realistic Emulational Details】The figures are made by hand painted with high detailed appearance. Their uniquely molded textures and richly painted details make the dinosaurs vivid. The jaw is moveable. When you open the jaw you will see sharp teeth and bright red tongue.
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Jurassic World Toys Amber Collection Baby T Rex & 3 Compsognathus Compy Dinosaur Figures Jurassic Park II Toy with Posable Joints, Authentic Look & Display Stand for 8 Years Old & Up,HBY32- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: HBY32
- UPC: 194735005222
- EAN: 0194735005222
- PartNumber: HBY32
Details:- Product Category: Accessory
Physical Description:- Size: 5.12 Inches by 3.94 Inches by 9.84 Inches
Features:- This highly collectable Jurassic World Amber Collection of dinosaur action figures lets fans relive the excitement of the Jurassic World franchise.
- Including some of the most iconic dinosaurs from Jurassic Park II, this set has a Baby Tyrannosaurus Rex and 3 small but mighty Compsognathus (Compy) figures. All 4 of the action figures have multiple movable joints for posability.
- The muzzle and bandage accessories that fit onto the T. rex recall the dramatic dinosaur surgery from the movie. A display stand is also included for the T. rex, to pose it at the best angle for intimidation!
- Built at 6-inch scale, these dinosaur figures are compatible with other same scale action figures, sold separately.
- The Juvenile T. rex stands 3.25 inches (8.3 cm) tall, 6.8 inches (17.2 cm) long and 1.7 inches (4.4 cm) wide. The compy figures are about 1.95 inches (5 cm) tall, 3.4 inches (8.6 cm) long and 0.8 inches (2 cm) wide
- Bring home the excitement of the Jurassic World franchise with all the highly collectable dinosaur and human action figures in the Amber Collection, each sold separately and subject to availability.
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Dinosaur Volcano Figures Toy with Mat,Educational Mist-spouting Volcano Playset with Realistic Dinosaurs,Stone and Tree to Create a Dino World Party Gifts for Kids Toddler Boys and Girls- Manufacturer: Aomola
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- PartNumber: B-0007
Physical Description:- Size: 4.9 Inches by 12.0 Inches by 7.7 Inches
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- ★ High Quality: Made of non-toxic soft rubber and dinosaur is hand-painted to make it look more realistic. Paint will not fade. Volcano uses 3 AA (1.5V) batteries.
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