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Sinosauropteryx
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Sinosauropteryx was a small carnivore (meat-eater) dinosaur that lived in
China during the early
Cretaceous period,
between about 125 and 122 million years ago.
Sinosauropteryx was about 3¼ to 4 feet (1 to 1.2 meters) long - most of its length
being taken up by its extremely long tail. It is estimated to have weighed around 5½ pounds (2.5 kilograms).
Fossils of
Sinosauropteryx show had a covering of what look like down-like feathers.
The usual interpretation is that these are indeed primitive feathers with a
very simple structure, however an alternative interpretation has also been
proposed - that they are the remains of collagen fibers. It has been noted
that patches appear on the sides of the body, back, neck skull, arms, leg,
and the top and bottom of the tail, suggesting that the animal was completely
covered with these "feathers" in life. On the tail, there are also
a series of lighter and darker bands, which may be the remains of melanin,
and thus give an indication of the animal's living appearance.
We also have some direct evidence of Sinosauropteryx's diet. One
fossil
specimen shows the remains of a lizard in its stomach. A second
fossil,
which is also believed to be Sinosauropteryx, was found to contain
the remains of the jawbones of three small mammals, two of the jaws
being from
Zhangheotherium (a Symmetrodont - an extinct order of primitive mammals),
and the other one being from
Sinobaatar (a Multituberculate - another extinct order of mammals).
Finally we also some information about the reproduction of
Sinosauropteryx. The fossil
which had a lizard as part of its preserved stomach content, also contained
a number of eggs (two of which can be clearly seen). It is not thought that these are eggs
that the animal ate (because they are in the wrong part of the body), but rather they
are thought to be the animal's own unlaid eggs. Each egg is about 1 inch (25 millimeters) wide,
and just under 1½ inches (38 millimeters) long.
Sinosauropteryx Timeline:
Sinosauropteryx was a carnivore (meat-eater) that lived from 125 to 122 million years ago
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Sinosauropteryx Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Sinosauropteryx:
- Sinosauropteryx was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Sinosauropteryx" means "Chinese lizard-wing".
- Sinosauropteryx was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Sinosauropteryx was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Sinosauropteryx was a Theropod - a member of a group of related bipedal dinosaurs that included the ancestors of birds (although Sinosauropteryx was not itself an ancestor of birds).
- Sinosauropteryx lived between about 125 million years ago and 122 million years ago, during the Cretaceous period.
- Sinosauropteryx lived in China.
- Sinosauropteryx was a carnivore (meat-eater).
- Sinosauropteryx was about 3¼ to 4 feet (1 to 1.2 meters) long.
- Sinosauropteryx weighed about 5½ pounds (2.5 kilograms).
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Sinosauropteryx Books
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By Michael William Skrepnick
Brand: Enslow Elementary
Released: March 31st, 2005
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Sinosauropteryx-Mysterious Feathered Dinosaur (I Like Dinosaurs!)- Manufacturer: Enslow Elementary
- Brand: Brand: Enslow Elementary
- ISBN: 076602623X
- EAN: 9780766026230
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- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Michael William Skrepnick
- Publication Date: March 31st, 2005
- Release Date: March 31st, 2005
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By Shen Shixi
East China Normal University Press
Released: June 1st, 2013
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Sinosauropteryx Family Legend (Chinese Edition)- Manufacturer: East China Normal University Press
- ISBN: 7567506726
- EAN: 9787567506725
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Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 171
- Author: Shen Shixi
- Publication Date: June 1st, 2013
- Release Date: June 1st, 2013
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By Philip J Currie & Jan Sovak
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A Moment In Time With Sinosauropteryx (A Moment In Time Series)- Manufacturer: Red Deer Press
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- ISBN: 0968251234
- EAN: 9780968251232
Details:- Hardcover
- Edition: 1
- Number of Pages: 56
- Authors: Philip J Currie, Eva B Koppelhus, Jan Sovak, Philip J. Currie
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By American Museum of Natural History
Union Square Kids
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Spot the Dinosaurs- Manufacturer: Union Square Kids
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- ISBN: 1454932309
- EAN: 9781454932307
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- Edition: Illustrated
- Number of Pages: 16
- Author: American Museum of Natural History
- Publication Date: January 28th, 2020
- Release Date: January 28th, 2020
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By Darren Naish
Princeton University Press
Released: November 30th, 2021
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Dinopedia: A Brief Compendium of Dinosaur Lore (Pedia Books, 5)- Manufacturer: Princeton University Press
- ISBN: 0691212023
- EAN: 9780691212029
- PartNumber: 40426197
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- Number of Pages: 216
- Author: Darren Naish
- Publication Date: November 30th, 2021
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By Tim Batty
Haynes Publishing UK
Released: November 26th, 2019
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Dinosaurs: Classification, Time, Size, Diet & More! (Haynes Pocket Manual)- Manufacturer: Haynes Publishing UK
- Brand: Haynes Publishing UK
- ISBN: 1785216775
- EAN: 9781785216770
Details:- Paperback
- Format: Illustrated
- Edition: Illustrated
- Number of Pages: 192
- Author: Tim Batty
- Publication Date: November 26th, 2019
- Release Date: November 26th, 2019
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3D Dinosaur Fact Cards - Green - by Artgame- Manufacturer: Artgame
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- UPC: 810554028180
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Features:- 16 unique 3D Dinosaur cards - Made out of sturdy plastic
- 3D Image on the front, facts on the back of each card
- Green Pack Includes - Aquilops - Nasutoceratops - Baryonyx - Pteranodon - Cryolophosaurus - Rinchenia - Edmontosaurus - Saltasaurus - Gastonia - Sinosauropteryx - Iguanodon - Stegosaurus - Liopleurodon - Troodon - Mammoth - Tyrannosaurus
- Three dimensional - LOOKS REAL ! Keeps kids engaged in learning.
- Each card Measures 3" x 5" inches
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By John Pickrell
Columbia University Press
Released: September 16th, 2014
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Flying Dinosaurs: How Fearsome Reptiles Became Birds- Manufacturer: Columbia University Press
- Brand: Columbia University Press
- ISBN: 0231171781
- EAN: 9780231171786
- PartNumber: Illustrated
Details:- Hardcover
- Format: Illustrated
- Edition: Illustrated
- Number of Pages: 240
- Author: John Pickrell
- Publication Date: September 16th, 2014
- Release Date: September 16th, 2014
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- Weight: 1.15 Pounds
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By Jan Sovak
Dover Publications
Released: January 16th, 2019
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Let's Explore! Dinosaurs Sticker Coloring Book: with 30 Stickers! (Dover Coloring Books)- Manufacturer: Dover Publications
- Brand: Dover Publications
- ISBN: 0486828484
- UPC: 800759828487
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- PartNumber: 828484
Details:- Paperback
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- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Jan Sovak
- Publication Date: January 16th, 2019
- Release Date: January 16th, 2019
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Sinosauropteryx Toys
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Advanced Play Dinosaur Trex Toy Realistic Walking Tyrannosaurus Rex Multifunction RC Trex Toy Figure with Roaring Spraying Function Good Dinosaur Toys for Boys Girls Ages 3 Plus- Manufacturer: Advanced Play
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- Model: Jurrasic World Dinosaur Toy
- UPC: 704751125172
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- PartNumber: Dinosaur spray
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- Ideal dinosaur gifts for dinosaur lovers or for your little dinosaur-in- training! perfect addition to other toys, plastic animal figurines, assorted vinyl toy animals, Prehistoric animals, dinosaur pictures creative play, dinosaur sets, and just right for a school/ science project. Great kids dinosaur toys even for birthday gift Christmas etc
- High quality and safe toy dinosaurs ASTM Certified Constructed from safe durable non toxic ABS material to withstand rough and tumble play dinosaurs toys for boys and girls Ages 3+. Large dinosaur toys powered by 3 AA batteries and 2 AA batteries for the controller.
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LEGO Jurassic World Dominion Giganotosaurus & Therizinosaurus Attack 76949 Building Toy Set; Fun for Kids Aged 9 and up (658 Pieces)- Manufacturer: LEGO
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- Buildable HQ, toy helicopter and all-terrain buggy – The HQ has a lab packed with play-inspiring accessories, a garage and an observation tower with a detailed control room and collapsing platform
- Gift toy for ages 9 and up – This premium-quality set makes a fun birthday present or holiday gift for dinosaur-loving kids to join the hottest trend
- Build and combine – The lab measures over 6.5 in. (16 cm) high, 8 in. (21 cm) wide and 6.5 in. (16 cm) deep. The whole set fits with other LEGO Jurassic World sets for extra play possibilities
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LEGO Jurassic Dominion World Quetzalcoatlus Plane Ambush 76947 Dinosaur Building Toy Set for Kids Aged 7 and up (293 Pieces)- Manufacturer: LEGO
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- UPC: 673419340427
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- Weight: 1.26 Pounds
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- Space for Owen’s Grady’s motorbike – The airplane measures over 3.5 in. (9 cm) high, 8.5 in. (22 cm) long and 11.5 in. (30 cm) wide, and Owen’s motorcycle from the 76945 set fits inside the cargo hold
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Jurassic World Dominion Tyrannosaurus Rex Chomp N Roar Dinosaur Mask Motion and Sounds T Rex Costume and Role-Play Gifts for Kids- Manufacturer: Mattel
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- Model: GYW85
- UPC: 887961981759
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BAODLON Dinosaur Toys for 3 4 5 6 7 Year Old Boys, Take Apart Dinosaur Toy for Kid 3-5 5-7 Building Toy with Electric Drill, Learning Educational STEM Construction Toy Christmas Birthday Gift Boy Girl- Manufacturer: BAODLON
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- PartNumber: BL-DINO-APART1
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LAVESOM 6PCS Jumbo Dinosaur Toy Set, Realistic Dinosaur Toys for Kids - Large Dino Playset for Boys and Girls 3 4 5 6 7 Year Old Children Birthday Dinosaur Lovers- Manufacturer: Lavesom
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- UPC: 792744481961
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Physical Description:- Size: 4.0 Inches by 14.0 Inches by 13.0 Inches
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