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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 Robyn Wrenny
Independently published
Released: October 12th, 2020
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Micky The Mini Microraptor- Manufacturer: Independently published
- EAN: 9798696565132
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 30
- Author: Robyn Wrenny
- Publication Date: October 12th, 2020
- Release Date: October 12th, 2020
Physical Description:- Size: 8.5 Inches by 8.5 Inches by 0.08 Inches
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By Sankar Chatterjee
Johns Hopkins University Press
Released: April 1st, 2015
Hardcover (392 pages)
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The Rise of Birds: 225 Million Years of Evolution- Manufacturer: Johns Hopkins University Press
- Brand: Johns Hopkins University Press
- 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
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- Weight: 2.8990787453 Pounds
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By Sergi García Oset
Editorial Nazarí S.L.
Released: November 1st, 2015
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El último vuelo del Microraptor (Mexuar) (Spanish Edition)- Manufacturer: Editorial Nazarí S.L.
- Brand: Editorial Nazarí S.L.
- ISBN: 8494394754
- EAN: 9788494394751
Details:- Paperback
- Edition: 1
- Number of Pages: 200
- Author: Sergi García Oset
- Publication Date: November 1st, 2015
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By Joe Lillington
Flying Eye Books
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Neffy and the Feathered Dinosaurs- Manufacturer: Flying Eye Books
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- ISBN: 1909263893
- EAN: 9781909263895
- PartNumber: Illustrated
Details:- Hardcover
- Format: Illustrated
- Edition: Illustrated
- Number of Pages: 40
- Author: Joe Lillington
- Publication Date: October 11th, 2016
- Release Date: October 11th, 2016
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- Weight: 0.95680621708 Pounds
- Color: Grey
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By Rebecca Rissman
Capstone Press
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Velociraptor and Other Raptors: The Need-to-Know Facts (Dinosaur Fact Dig)- Manufacturer: Capstone Press
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- ISBNs: 9781491496510, 1491496517
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- Format: Illustrated
- Edition: Illustrated
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Rebecca Rissman
- Publication Date: January 1st, 2016
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By Mark A. Norell
University of Chicago Press
Released: March 8th, 2019
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The World of Dinosaurs: An Illustrated Tour- Manufacturer: University of Chicago Press
- Brand: University of Chicago Press
- ISBN: 022662272X
- EAN: 9780226622729
Details:- Hardcover
- Edition: First
- Number of Pages: 256
- Author: Mark A. Norell
- Publication Date: March 8th, 2019
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By Chris Ferrie
Sourcebooks Explore
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My First 100 Dinosaur Words (My First STEAM Words)- Manufacturer: Sourcebooks Explore
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- ISBN: 1728232643
- UPC: 760789304651
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- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Chris Ferrie
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2021
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Microraptor Toys
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PNSO Prehistoric Dinosaur Models:29 Gaoyuan The Microraptor- Manufacturer: PNSO
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Physical Description:- Color: 29 Gaoyuan the Microraptor
Features:- Illustrated by ZHAO Chuang, Text by YANG yang.
- Made of soft plastics, safe and innocuous, healthy and Eco-friendly.
- High detailed, realistic and exquisite.
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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: 43222-2917
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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Dig a Dozen Dino Eggs Dig Kit - Easter Egg Toys for Kids - Break Open 12 Unique Large Surprise Dinosaur Filled Eggs & Discover 12 Cute Dinosaurs. Archaeology Science STEM Crafts Gifts for Boys & Girls- Manufacturer: Dan&Darci
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- Model: SG_B07H9GY33H_VR3
- UPC: 855831008035
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- Weight: 2.12 Pounds
Features:- Dig up 12 dino eggs & discover 12 unique dinosaur models: Feel like a real paleontologist excavating up unique toy dinosaurs from the dino eggs. Find a T-rex, Dilophosaurus, Ankylosaurus and much more! Once dug up, find the appropriate card describing the history and characteristics of the dinosaur.
- Kit includes: 12 Dino Eggs (with a unique toy dinosaur in each), 12 Chisel/Brushes, 12 Instruction Guides, and 12 full-colored beautiful learning cards - one for each dino. It all comes packaged in a sleek display box. Includes everything needed for the young scientist to excavate the dinos with ease, and gain a deeper understanding of them.
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- A fun and educational gift for all ages: It's not often that a science project can be fun and engaging, but this kit achieves both! Great set for individual play or as a group activity. It fascinates children as soon as they pull it out of the box and is a perfect STEM project. It fosters a love for science and paleontology in a fun and exciting way.
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Schleich Three Raptors on the Hunt 5-piece Dinosaur Toy Set for Kids Ages 4-12- Manufacturer: Schleich
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- Model: 72128
- EAN: 4055744017896
- PartNumber: 72128
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Physical Description:- Size: 6.791 Inches by 3.228 Inches by 11.417 Inches
- Weight: 0.596 Pounds
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