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Velociraptor
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Velociraptor was a carnivore (meat-eater) that lived in
the late Cretaceous period,
about 84 to 80 million years ago.
Fossils have so far been
found in Mongolia and
China.
Velociraptor was about 6 feet (1.8 meters) long, and about 3 feet (0.9 meters)
high.
Velociraptor was a predator that probably hunted in packs. Its most formidable
weapon was the curved claws on its hind feet. Its name, chosen by
Henry Fairfield Osborn
in
1924
means "swift thief".
Movie goers will remember that Velociraptors featured heavily in the
Jurassic Park movies.
In the movies, Velociraptors were as large, if not slightly larger, than humans, and also
highly intelligent - however these two aspects of the creature
were probably exaggerated:
- To be fair, we don't actually know exactly how smart Velociraptor would have been
- and it was probably smart for a dinosaur - but it seems unlikely to have been as smart
as a whale, dolphin or primate (as Sam Neill's character claims in
Jurassic Park III).
- As far size is concerned, the Velociraptors seemed to be modelled after Deinonychus
(which has sometimes been known as Velociraptor antirrhopus), which is actually
a close relative of Velociraptor. This fits, because in the
Jurassic Park novel,
a character states that Deinonychus
is now considered to be one the Velociraptors.
Additionally, this explanation fits because in the story
fossils of the animal
are found in Montana,
which was actually part of Deinonychus' (but not Velociraptor's) range.
One other interesting fact about Velociraptor, is that is now believed to have been
entirely covered in feathers, and had a warm-blooded bird-like metabolism.
Of course most depictions of Velociraptor don't show it this way
(in the
Jurassic Park movies,
it is show as having a scaled skin, although by the third movie there are a few
feathers on its head and neck).
Velociraptor was a carnivore (meat-eater) that lived from 84 to 80 million years ago
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Velociraptor Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Velociraptor:
- Velociraptor was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Velociraptor" means "swift thief". This name was chosen by Henry Fairfield Osborn in 1924.
- Velociraptor was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Velociraptor was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Velociraptor was a Theropod - a member of a group of related bipedal dinosaurs that included the ancestors of birds (although Velociraptor was not itself an ancestor of birds).
- Velociraptor lived between about 84 million years ago and 80 million years ago, during the late Cretaceous period.
- Velociraptor lived in China and Mongolia.
- Velociraptor was a carnivore (meat-eater).
- Velociraptor was about 6 feet (1.8 meters) long, and about 3 feet (0.9 meters) tall.
- Velociraptor weighed about 20 to 30 pounds (9 to 14 kilograms).
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Velociraptor Books
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By Tammy Gagne
Pebble Books
Released: August 1st, 2018
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Velociraptor: A 4D Book (Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Pebble
- Brand: Pebble Books
- ISBN: 1515795535
- EAN: 9781515795537
Details:- Paperback
- Format: Picture Book
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Tammy Gagne
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2018
- Release Date: August 1st, 2018
Physical Description:- Size: 9.0 Inches by 10.75 Inches by 0.25 Inches
- Weight: 0.26 Pounds
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By Janet Riehecky
Capstone Press
Released: August 1st, 2014
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Velociraptor (Little Paleontologist)- Manufacturer: Capstone Press
- Brand: Capstone Press
- ISBN: 1491408197
- EAN: 9781491408193
- PartNumber: colour illustrations, maps
Details:- Hardcover
- Format: Illustrated
- Edition: Illustrated
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Janet Riehecky
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2014
- Release Date: August 1st, 2014
Physical Description:- Size: 8.99999999082 Inches by 5.99999999388 Inches by 0.37401574765 Inches
- Weight: 0.5 Pounds
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By Scott Emmons
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Velociraptors (StoryBots) (Step into Reading)- Manufacturer: Random House Books for Young Readers
- Brand: Random House Books for Young Readers
- ISBN: 0593304756
- EAN: 9780593304754
Details:- Paperback
- Format: Picture Book
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Scott Emmons
- Publication Date: January 5th, 2021
- Release Date: January 5th, 2021
Physical Description:- Size: 9.0 Inches by 6.0 Inches by 0.11 Inches
- Weight: 0.16314207388 Pounds
- Color: Multicolor
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By Jerry Pallotta
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Who Would Win? Tyrannosaurus Rex vs. Velociraptor- Manufacturer: Scholastic Inc.
- Brand: Scholastic Inc
- ISBN: 0545175739
- EAN: 9780545175739
- PartNumber: illustrations
Details:- Paperback
- Edition: Reprint
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Jerry Pallotta
- Publication Date: December 29th, 2015
- Release Date: December 29th, 2015
Physical Description:- Size: 9.25 Inches by 6.0 Inches by 0.25 Inches
- Weight: 0.14991433816 Pounds
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By Rex Stone
DK Children
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Dinosaur Club: Catching the Velociraptor- Manufacturer: DK Children
- ISBN: 0744060036
- EAN: 9780744060034
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 96
- Author: Rex Stone
- Publication Date: December 27th, 2022
- Release Date: December 27th, 2022
Physical Description:- Size: 7.88 Inches by 5.31 Inches by 0.31 Inches
- Weight: 0.1 Pounds
- Color: Multicolor
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By Bold Kids
Bold Kids
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Velociraptor: A Book Filled With Facts For Children- Manufacturer: Bold Kids
- ISBN: 107171211X
- EAN: 9781071712115
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 48
- Author: Bold Kids
- Publication Date: September 8th, 2022
- Release Date: September 8th, 2022
Physical Description:- Size: 8.5 Inches by 8.5 Inches by 0.13 Inches
- Weight: 0.29982867632 Pounds
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By Matt Schorr
Lone Coyote Productions
Released: April 3rd, 2013
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Scourge of the Vampire Velociraptors (Dino Horrors)- Manufacturer: Lone Coyote Productions
- ISBN: 0989132102
- EAN: 9780989132107
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 122
- Author: Matt Schorr
- Publication Date: April 3rd, 2013
- Release Date: April 3rd, 2013
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By Alison Limentani
Boxer Books
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How Fast Was a Velociraptor? (Wild Facts & Amazing Math)- Manufacturer: Boxer Books
- Brand: Boxer Books
- ISBN: 1912757451
- EAN: 9781912757459
Details:- Hardcover
- Format: Picture Book
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Alison Limentani
- Publication Date: October 5th, 2021
- Release Date: October 5th, 2021
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- Weight: 0.85 Pounds
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Velociraptor Toys
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Jurassic World Legacy Collection (Velociraptor)- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World
- Model: HFF13
- UPC: 194735038657
- EAN: 0194735038657
- PartNumber: HFF14
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 0.393700787 Inches by 0.393700787 Inches by 0.393700787 Inches
Features:- Celebrate the classic moments, themes and characters from the Jurassic World film franchise with the Legacy Collection. Relive the excitement of dinosaurs on the loose with this special collection of posable action figures
- Each dinosaur figure has an ATTACK action unique to its species. From head-butting to side slashing or tail attacks, every dinosaur has a method to battle and defend itself
- With attention to design, texture and color, these dinosaurs are ready for authentic play and display!
- Makes a great gift for Jurassic World fans ages 4 years and older
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Jurassic World Large Basic Velociraptor Blue- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: FNY41
- UPC: 887961604634
- EAN: 0887961604634
- PartNumber: FNY41
Details:- Product Category: Toy
- Publication Date: February 16th, 2021
- Release Date: February 16th, 2021
Physical Description:- Size: 4.0 Inches by 12.0 Inches by 2.0 Inches
- Weight: 5.070632026E-4 Pounds
- Color: Multicolor
Features:- Get ready for thrilling action and adventure with Jurassic World!
- Larger-scale action figures come in 12-inch scale and feature fan favorite dinosaurs and characters inspired by the film!
- Realistic sculpting and authentic decoration make these 12-inch action figures a stand out!
- Play out all the action and adventure scenes from the movie and stage the ultimate epic dinosaur battles!
- Each sold separately, subject to availability.
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JR PARK 2Pcs Dinosaur Toy for Kids 3-5, 15.5″ Super Colossal Velociraptor Blue Action Figure, Large Dinosaurs Toys Gifts for 5-7 Boys Girls, Birthday Gifts Christmas Decor- Manufacturer: JR PARK
- Brand: JR PARK
- PartNumber: LVV001-JR
Physical Description:- Size: 5.5 Inches by 15.3 Inches by 3.9 Inches
Features:- 【Full of Imagination】Almost all kids eager to have dinosaurs toys. The vivid eyes and skin, real feel and perfect size enable children to indulge in the crazy dinosaur game safely and healthily, and improve their imagination and creativity.
- 【Realistic Appearance】Features realistic movie details like skin texture, teeth, eyes, color and Blue's signature blue stripe. You will be impressed with the detail, durability potential inside the figures. Children can manually open or close the mouth of the Velociraptor, moveable operation to increase the fun of the toy.
- 【Durable and Safety Model】JR PARK manufactures children's toys to the highest quality and safety standards. We use environmentally friendly, high-quality PVC materials that are non-toxic and odorless. All products and materials used undergo rigorous safety testing to safeguard children's health.
- 【Come to Dinosaur World】Velociraptor Blue is one of the largest carnivorous dinosaurs in the age of dinosaurs, and the most ferocious dinosaur, with a strong body and sharp teeth, almost no animals dare to provoke. It's hard to forget the movie scene of the big and small Velociraptor fighting together.
- 【Best Gifts for Kid】Educational dinosaur toys is not only a toy but also a communicative link to sharing. Playing with friends and families, they can share with each other about their imagination ideas of dinosaur. The perfect Christmas birthday gift for children and collectors.
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Jurassic World Dominion 2022 Movie Series Ferocious Pack Velociraptor Blue- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World
- Model: HDX18
- UPC: 887961937893
- EAN: 0887961937893
- PartNumber: GWD01
Details:- Product Category: Unknown Binding
Physical Description:- Size: 2.362204722 Inches by 2.362204722 Inches by 8.267716527 Inches
- Weight: 6.172943336 Pounds
- Color: Blue
Features:- Be a part of thrilling action and adventure with these Ferocious Pack dinosaurs inspired by the pulse-pounding excitement of Jurassic World: Dominion
- Known to herd, hunt and attack in packs, these dinosaurs have movable joints for pose and play battle fun
- Figures include herbivores and carnivores and include realistic sculpting and authentic decoration at about 7 in long and 3.5 in tall. Each sold separately.
- Download the free Jurassic World Facts app (Android and iOS) and see dinosaur play get REAL! Find the hidden DNA code and scan it with any smart device to initiate Augmented Reality options. Smart device not included
- AR lets kids study the dinosaur in the lab with fun visual learning and explore different modes, like thermal and x-ray! Then, take it to the next level and bring dinosaurs into our world through AR -- make the dinosaur appear in any room. RUN!
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Jurassic World Toys
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Jurassic World Jurassic Park Hammond Collection Velociraptor Dinosaur Action Figure, 7.5 in Long with 14 Movable Joints, Gift and Collectible- Manufacturer: Mattel
- Brand: Jurassic World Toys
- Model: HFG56
- UPC: 194735039920
- EAN: 0194735039920
- PartNumber: HFG56
Details:- Product Category: Toy
- Edition: collectible primary packaging
Physical Description:- Size: 3.7283 Inches by 7.5 Inches by 1.7992 Inches
- Weight: 0.0440924524 Pounds
- Color: Brown
Features:- Discover the thrills and adventure of the whole Jurassic World Series captured in this line that is named for Jurassic Park's founder and sets a new quality standard for dinosaur collectables -the Hammond Collection!
- With premium design, these human and dinosaur figures represent classic characters and species from across the Jurassic World franchise and are designed to delight collectors
- With about 14 points of articulation and incredible movie-authentic detail, including color and texture from head to toe (and tail!), these figures are ready to dominate the spotlight
- Built at 3.75 in scale, these figures are ready to go on the hunt for premium collectability status
- Recommended for ages 8 years and older, these make a great gift for Jurassic World fans and collectors of all ages
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ArtCreativity Dinosaur Excavation Kit for Kids, Velociraptor Skull Excavating Set with Fossil Digging Tools and Stand, Fun Science Activity Toy, Educational Dinosaur Gift for Boys and Girls- Manufacturer: ArtCreativity
- Brand: ArtCreativity
- PartNumber: AC-2744
Physical Description:- Size: 5.25 Inches by 7.25 Inches by 5.0 Inches
Features:- REVEAL THE FOSSIL: That young budding archaeologist will love this! Excavate away to discover the 5” Velociraptor skull lying underneath. This dinosaur skull excavation kit comes with the toy skull bone in plaster, 2 digging tools, and a display stand. (Not a real fossil)
- KEEP THEM OCCUPIED: Looking for a fun activity to keep the kiddos engaged? This dino excavation kit for kids will certainly get the job done. It’s great for individual work and can also be used to keep a group of kids busy during sleepovers or even in the classroom.
- FUN SCIENCE TOY: Expose the little ones to the wonders of the prehistoric world with this dinosaur excavating set. Spark a love for science with every dig, use this is a great opportunity to school them on the giant reptiles that roamed the earth, and introduce them to the cool science that is archaeology.
- MADE TO LAST: Art ArtCreativity, we take great pride in creating toys that withstand all the enthusiasm. That’s why we’ve crafted this dinosaur activity kit from high-quality plastic. So, even with all that fun play & exploration, this dino will live to see another day.
- GREAT GIFT IDEA: Birthday, holiday, or anything in between, this Velociraptor skull excavation kit makes an awesome treat. It’s also great as a contest prize for boys and girls, will make the day of that adult who’s obsessed with all things prehistoric, and comes packed in an eye-catching printed box. Ideal for ages 6+
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Momoplay Dinosaur Toys,Velociraptor Dinosaur Action Figure, Birthday Cake Toppers, Party Favors, Gifts, Room Decoration for Kids 3-12 Years Old- Manufacturer: Momoplay
- Brand: Momoplay
- PartNumber: Velociraptor
Physical Description:- Size: 2.0 Inches by 4.5 Inches by 1.0 Inches
- Color: Velociraptor
Features:- 【Must for Young Archaeologists】Our Velociraptor toys are very realistic and detailed. It is important for young archaeologists to guarantee children's boundless imagination in both indoor and outdoor settings.
- 【Educational Toys】The vivid gestures and expressions of dinosaurs allow children's imagination to fully develop and creativity. This is a really great way to develop and improve their patience, concentration, storytelling and more.
- 【Great Gift Ideas】Dinosaur Toy Figures are great for birthday and holiday gift party favors, gifts, prizes, rewards, giveaways.
- 【Safe Material and Comfortable Touch】Our dinosaur figure toys are made of high-grade wear-resistant materials, which are durable. Sizes suitable for children are popular.
- 【Game or Toy Room Decorations】They will be a lot of fun when kids play, and they can be the coolest room decorations when kids put them down.
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- Brand: Ganowo
- PartNumber: GPF-A03
Physical Description:- Size: 5.5 Inches by 10.23 Inches by 7.87 Inches
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movies.
In the movies, Velociraptors were as large, if not slightly larger, than humans, and also
highly intelligent - however these two aspects of the creature
were probably exaggerated:
