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Microraptor
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Microraptor was a very small dinosaur that lived in
Northeast China
during the Cretaceous period,
about 120 million years ago.
The initial discovery and naming of Microraptor was somewhat controversial.
It was initially described based on a patchwork of unrelated dinosaur
fossils
that had been attached to each other (a "chimeric" specimen) to produce
a forgery, and this forgery had been smuggled from
China to the
United States.
It turned out however that within the forgery were the first
fossils
of Microraptor (other fossils have
subsequently been found).
Microraptor has feathers, and is unusual as it has flight feathers on both its arms/hands and
on its legs/feet (it also had feathers on its body, and a diamond-shaped group of feathers on
its tail). It is not entirely clear how it used these feathers, and scientists have debated
whether the animal parachuted from trees or was able to take off from groudn. What is
certain, is that in flight it would have used all four wings. We do not currently know
whether this is a side branch in the evolution of birds, or whether bird ancestors developed
flight through an early four-winged stage (as early as
1915 some paleontologists suggested that birds may have had yet-to-be-discovered four-winged ancestor,
which they named "Tetrapteryx").
Microraptor was a carnivore (meat-eater) that lived about 120 million years ago
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Microraptor Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Microraptor:
- Microraptor was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Microraptor" means "small thief".
- Microraptor was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Microraptor was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Microraptor was a Theropod - a member of a group of related bipedal dinosaurs that included the ancestors of birds (although Microraptor was not itself an ancestor of birds).
- Microraptor lived about 120 million years ago, during the Cretaceous period.
- Microraptor lived in Northeast China.
- Microraptor was a carnivore (meat-eater).
- Microraptor was about 1½ to 2¾ feet (46 to 84 centimeters) long.
- Microraptor weighed up to 2¼ pounds (1 kilogram).
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Microraptor Books
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By Sankar Chatterjee
imusti
Released: April 1st, 2015
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The Rise of Birds: 225 Million Years of Evolution- Manufacturer: Johns Hopkins University Press
- Brand: imusti
- ISBN: 1421415909
- UPC: 001421415909
- EANs: 9781421415901, 0001421415909
- PartNumber: 9781421415901
Details:- Hardcover
- Edition: second edition
- Number of Pages: 392
- Author: Sankar Chatterjee
- Publication Date: April 1st, 2015
- Release Date: April 1st, 2015
Physical Description:- Size: 11.0 Inches by 8.5 Inches by 1.2 Inches
- Weight: 2.8990787453 Pounds
Features:- Johns Hopkins University Press
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By Joe Lillington
Flying Eye Books
Released: October 11th, 2016
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Neffy and the Feathered Dinosaurs- Manufacturer: Flying Eye Books
- ISBN: 1909263893
- EAN: 9781909263895
- PartNumber: Illustrated
Details:- Hardcover
- Number of Pages: 40
- Author: Joe Lillington
- Publication Date: October 11th, 2016
- Release Date: October 11th, 2016
Physical Description:- Size: 10.94 Inches by 9.56 Inches by 0.41 Inches
- Weight: 0.95680621708 Pounds
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By Mark A. Norell
University of Chicago Press
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The World of Dinosaurs: An Illustrated Tour- Manufacturer: University of Chicago Press
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- ISBN: 022662272X
- EAN: 9780226622729
- PartNumber: Illustrations, unspecified
Details:- Hardcover
- Edition: First
- Number of Pages: 256
- Author: Mark A. Norell
- Publication Date: March 8th, 2019
- Release Date: March 8th, 2019
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Microraptor Toys
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SCHLEICH Dinosaurs Three Raptors on The Hunt- Manufacturer: Schleich North America
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- Model: 72128
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- Author: Schleich
Physical Description:- Size: 6.791 Inches by 11.417 Inches by 3.228 Inches
Features:- Velociraptor with special paintwork!
- With movable jaw!
- With movable arms!
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Creative Beast Studio Beasts of The Mesozoic Raptor Series: Forest Microraptor Set- Manufacturer: Creative Beast Studio
- Brand: Creative Beast Studio
- Model: 50603
- UPC: 623037506033
- EAN: 0623037506033
- PartNumber: 50603
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 6.0 Inches by 3.0 Inches by 2.0 Inches
- Color: Multicolor
Features:- From Creative Beast Studio
- Includes one 6” long micro raptor GUI action figure
- 7 points of articulation
- Includes foot base, over-sized main base, diorama parts, small posing rod and Deluxe raptor jumping rod
- Main base designed to fit with existing deluxe raptor bases
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SCHLEICH Oviraptor- Manufacturer: Schleich North America
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- Model: 15001
- EAN: 4055744020193
- PartNumber: 15001
Details:- Product Category: Toy
- Author: Schleich
Physical Description:- Size: 4.331 Inches by 1.772 Inches by 5.197 Inches
- Weight: 0.083114272774 Pounds
Features:- Bring back the rare Oviraptor from the Jurassic times!
- Crafted from research and representations of living Oviraptors!
- Made of high quality plastic
- Carefully detailed—from each wing feather to each tooth
- Add to your Schleich Dinosaur collection!
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Physical Description:- Size: 3.74 Inches by 7.84 Inches by 2.95 Inches
- Weight: 0.0739 Kilograms
- Color: Multicolor
Features:- This Utahraptor figurine is carefully detailed to resemble the strong, dangerous creatures that once roamed our planet!
- With a moveable lower jaw and moveable arms, you can optimize playtime with this Utahraptor figurine!
- Figurine is approx. 2. 756" L x 7. 992" W x 3. 661" H
- Create your own landscape or add to one of your Schleich playsets!
- Realistically detailed for the ultimate play and educational experience! Each figurine is individually crafted out of high-quality plastic.
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xiaopingshop Jurassic Park Dinosaur Soft Gelatin Model Toys--Microraptor- Manufacturer: xiankuo toys
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Details:Physical Description:- Size: 2.362204722 Inches by 5.118110231 Inches by 5.118110231 Inches
- Color: Green
Features:- IMAGINATIVE PLAY: Your child will have endless hours of fun as they get immersed into a Jurassic World with their dinosaur figures!
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Jurassic World Indoraptor Dinosaur- Manufacturer: Mattel
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- Model: FVW27
- UPCs: 887961667394, 767344544026
- EANs: 0887961667394, 0767344544026
- PartNumber: FVW27
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 12.0 Inches by 4.25 Inches by 8.6252 Inches
- Weight: 1.0 Pounds
- Color: N/a
Features:- Get ready for thrilling action and adventure with Jurassic World
- Stalking the area, there's a mysterious villain that hunts down anything or anyone that moves
- Straight from the film, Indoraptor wreaks havoc and fear with his mere presence
- Ominous features include slick black scales, long arms with dagger like claws and extra articulation that he will use to catch anyone that crosses him
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Safari Ltd. Microraptor Realistic Hand Painted Toy Figurine Model Quality Construction from Phthalate, Lead and BPA Free Materials for Ages 3 and Up- Manufacturer: Safari Ltd.
- Brand: Safari Ltd.
- PartNumber: 304129
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 1.5 Inches by 7.7 Inches by 2.1 Inches
- Weight: 0.07 Pounds
Features:- BIRD LIKE DINOSAUR: Microraptor was a small, feathered dinosaur that occupied the forested wetlands of early Cretaceous China. About the size of a raven, it had large feathers on its arms and legs. Despite its bird-like appearance, Microraptor also had several features typical of dinosaurs, including rows of sharp teeth, claws on its hands, and a long, bony tail.
- CLIMBING AND GLIDING: This dinosaur may have used its sharp claws to scramble up the trunks of trees, and then leaped from the canopy, gliding from tree to tree. Microraptor lived in a forested wetland ecosystem known as the Jehol. The Jehol ecosystem was very rich and Microraptor was an opportunistic hunter, feeding on a diverse range of prey such as insects, lizards, and fish.
- MADE WITH INDUSTRY-LEADING STANDARDS: All Safari Ltd. figurines have been individually hand painted with careful detail. They feature quality construction from BPA, phthalate, and lead-free materials to ensure your family's safety.
- PUMP UP YOUR PARTY: There's a Safari figurine for everyone in every size. They make excellent craft projects like card holders and ornaments. For parties, you can use them for favors, cake toppers, or decorations. Plus, their realistic design makes them an accurate representation for dioramas and school projects. Let your imagination and creative side run wild with Safari Ltd.
- PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS: This figure has a wingspan of 7 inches and is 5.25 inches long. It has a bird-like black plumage similar to modern crows and ravens. Recommended Age: 3+. Size: 5.27" L x 7.02" W.
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Schleich North America Feathered Raptors- Manufacturer: Schleich North America
- Brand: Schleich North America
- Model: 42347
- EAN: 4055744011641
- PartNumber: 42347
Details:- Product Category: Toy
- Author: Schleich
Physical Description:- Size: 6.89 Inches by 6.42 Inches by 11.42 Inches
- Weight: 1.0 Pounds
Features:- Utahraptor, Velociraptor and Microraptor were feathered raptors
- Dinosaur researchers found quills on the arms of a Velociraptor, flight feathers on a Microraptor, and believe the Utahraptor had feathers too!
- None of these three were actually able to fly!
- Utahraptor with moving lower jaw and moving arms!
- Great start or addition to your Schleich collection!
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