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Caudipteryx
Caudipteryx was a small dinosaur that lived in the early
Cretaceous period,
about 125 million years ago.
Fossils
of the animal were first discovered in
China
during the late 1990s.
Caudipteryx was about3½ feet (1 meters) long, and had a mixture of
bird-like and reptile-like features. The bones of its hand, with a reduced
third finger, resembled those of birds, it had a shortened tail, like birds,
teeth like those of primitive birds, possibly a reversed first toe, like that of birds,
as well as over all body proportions which resembled those of modern flightless birds.
Additionally, Caudipteryx is known to have had long feathers on its forearms and tail,
and short downy feathers on its body.
Despite having a number of bird-like features, Caudipteryx is not thought to have
been capable of flight - instead, it is thought to have been a fast runner.
As far as diet is concerned, it is generally thought to have been an omnivore - the
presence of gastroliths (stones that were swallowed to help digest tough plant matter)
in at least two specimens suggest that plant material did form a significant part of
its diet.
Fossilized Caudipteryx showing feathers:

Caudipteryx was an omnivore (ate meat and plants) that lived about 125 million years ago
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Caudipteryx Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Caudipteryx:
- Caudipteryx was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Caudipteryx" means "tail feather".
- Caudipteryx was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Caudipteryx was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Caudipteryx was a Theropod - a member of a group of related bipedal dinosaurs that included the ancestors of birds (although Caudipteryx was not itself an ancestor of birds).
- Caudipteryx lived about 125 million years ago, during the Cretaceous period.
- Caudipteryx lived in China.
- Caudipteryx was a omnivore (ate both meat and plants).
- Caudipteryx is thought to have swallowed stones which would have been used to help grind up food, especially tough plant material (some modern birds do the same thing). Such stones ("gastroliths") have been found in at least two specimens of Caudipteryx.
- Caudipteryx was about 3½ feet (1 meters) long.
- Caudipteryx weighed about 15 pounds (7 kilograms).
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By Sheryn Knight
Cavendish Square Publishing Released: January 16th, 2014 Library Binding (32 pages)
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Click Here | Description: Meet Caudipteryx (Age of Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Cavendish Square
- Brand: Cavendish Square Publishing
- ISBN: 1627126104
- EAN: 9781627126106
- PartNumber: colour illustrations, maps
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Sheryn Knight
- Publication Date: January 16th, 2014
- Release Date: January 16th, 2014
Physical Description:- Size: 10.5 Inches by 8.5 Inches by 0.5 Inches
- Weight: 0.85 Pounds
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By Andrea Due
Brand: Blackbirch Press Released: September 9th, 2004 Hardcover (32 pages)
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Click Here | Description: Dinosaur Profiles - Caudipteryx- Manufacturer: Blackbirch Press
- Brand: Brand: Blackbirch Press
- ISBN: 1410303330
- EAN: 9781410303332
Details:- Hardcover
- Edition: 1
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Andrea Due
- Publication Date: September 9th, 2004
- Release Date: September 9th, 2004
Physical Description:- Size: 9.0 Inches by 8.5 Inches by 0.5 Inches
- Weight: 0.61068046574 Pounds
Features:- Used Book in Good Condition
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Cuteoy Toy
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- Brand: Cuteoy
- Model: CTX0055_Caudipteryx
- PartNumber: CTX0055_Caudipteryx
Details:Features:- A FUN PLAY SET FOR KIDS: Being super-soft, huggable and plush, this plush Caudipteryx puppet toy will become your toddler’s favorite companion at home, in the kindergarten or daycare! They are just perfect for puppet theatre, storytelling, pretend play and role-play, all activities that will cultivate your kid’s imagination!
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Tikduck Blue Toy
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- UPC: 764283501370
- EAN: 0764283501370
- PartNumber: TD-FBT-Upgraded-21-Blue
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 3.54 Inches by 3.54 Inches by 3.54 Inches
- Color: Blue
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- Brand: coejokno
- Model: B08RB868R8
- UPC: 787803229868
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- PartNumber: B08RB868R8
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 7.94 Inches by 2.13 Inches by 7.94 Inches
- Color: Brass
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Kickit Red Toy
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- Brand: Kickit
- UPC: 746175038454
- EAN: 0746175038454
- PartNumber: KI
Details:Physical Description:Features:- LET’S KICKIT! - The Kickit is the aerodynamic badminton birdie re-engineered to be kicked with your feet! Designed to slow down in the air so you’ll have more time to react, the Kickit lets you spend more time kicking and learning new skills. This state-of-the-art game makes it easy and exciting to play with friends! Use Kickit to train your soccer skills, improve ball control and master juggling!
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EOIVSH
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- UPC: 760385073630
- EAN: 0760385073630
- PartNumber: 029-PterosaurToy3Pack
Physical Description:- Size: 3.0 Inches by 3.9 Inches by 1.9 Inches
- Color: Pterosaur
Features:- Natural appearance: Each dinosaur figure is finely sculpted and hand painted by experts, highly detailed for realistic appearance
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Jet Creations Multicolor Toy
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Click Here | Description: Inflatable Pteranodon Dinosaur, 57" WingSpan- Manufacturer: Jet Creations
- Brand: Jet Creations
- Model: DI-PTE
- UPCs: 894680000326, 799861267324, 811255020305, 885672764982
- EANs: 0799861267324, 0894680000326, 0811255020305, 0885672764982
- PartNumber: DI-PTE
Details:- Product Category: Toy
- Edition: Standard Edition
Physical Description:- Size: 8.0 Inches by 25.0 Inches by 57.0 Inches
- Weight: 0.31 Pounds
- Color: Multicolor
Features:- Pteranodon dinosaur model
- Giant inflatable dinosaur
- Available in 62-inches height
- Elementary grade level
- Featuring 4 color printing process and superior construction
- Makes a captivating display and is sure to turn heads for people to ask, "Is that real?"
- The package includes a repair kit for any punctures or holes
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Safari Ltd. Toy
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Click Here | Description: Safari Ltd Dino Dana Feathered T-Rex Toy Figure for Boys & Girls Ages 3 & Up - Includes 3D Augmented Reality Play with Dino Player App- Manufacturer: Safari Ltd.
- Brand: Safari Ltd.
- Model: S101006
- UPC: 095866006419
- EAN: 0095866006419
- PartNumber: S101006
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 5.118110231 Inches by 6.692913379 Inches by 3.149606296 Inches
Features:- Straight from the hit DINO DANA Movie and Amazon Prime TV Series, these toy dinosaur figures feature all the detail you expect from Safari Ltd!
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ArtCreativity
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- Model: AC-1720
- PartNumber: AC-1720
Features:- OH, SO SATISFYING: Squeezy toys with an extra-adorable touch! This pack comes with a SET OF 12 dinosaur eggs. Squeeze one and watch a baby dino pop from an air bubble inside. With a touch of white and bright green, these goodies make for lots of smiles.
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Flormoon Toy
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Click Here | Description: Flormoon Dinosaur Toy - Realistic Archaeopteryx Dinosaur - Plastic Dinosaur Figures - Birthday Cake Decoration, Party Supplies for Kids Boys Toddler(Small Size)- Manufacturer: FLORMOON
- Brand: Flormoon
- UPCs: 795787254226, 768894162661
- EANs: 0768894162661, 0795787254226
- PartNumber: FLM-10250-0225CA
Details:Physical Description:- Weight: 0.0661386786 Pounds
Features:- Safety Material - Made from durable, Flexible, Non Toxic, Odorless, long-lasting vinyl! All by safety materials for kids, all dinosaur figures are solid.
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Safari Ltd. Toy
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Click Here | Description: Safari Ltd Feathered Dinos TOOB- Manufacturer: Safari Ltd
- Brand: Safari Ltd.
- Model: 681904
- UPCs: 885416061438, 095866681906, 885726332945, 793631138982
- EANs: 0793631138982, 0885416061438, 0095866681906, 0885726332945
- PartNumber: SF681904
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 13.0 Inches by 2.05 Inches by 2.05 Inches
- Weight: 0.2094391489 Pounds
Features:- ALL OF YOUR FAVORITE DINOS: Recently, scientists have discovered that many dinosaurs were feathered! This Toob includes a feathered Sittacosaurus, Protoceratops, Pachycephalosaurus, Chasmosaurus, Apatosaurus, T-rex, Caudipteryx, Dilong, Beipiaosaurus, Microraptor, Velociraptor and Sinornithosaurus.
- FEATHERED FRIENDS: Although scientists aren't sure why dinosaurs evolved to have feathers, one thing that's certain is that they were not capable of flight like modern day birds. While there are many theories, such as heat regulation and defense tactics, perhaps you will be the one to finally solve the riddle with careful study of these accurately hand painted and researched figurines!
- BEAUTIFUL DETAILS: One thing that's true of feathers when compared to scales is the kinds of coloration feathers are capable of. Whether it's the Caudipteryx's with its beautiful fiery red and yellow feathers or the tawny Velociraptor, all 12 dinosaur figurines in this Toob range from 1.25 to 3.75 inches tall while the Toob itself is about the size of a standard American ruler.
- REALISTIC APPEARANCE FOR MULTIPLE USES: Realistic, educational, and fun, this figurine is suitable for a range of interests, including collectors, enthusiasts, teachers, and kids. Admire it on a shelf, use it in the classroom, or simply enjoy playing with it. Quality Construction from Phthalate, Lead and BPA-Free Materials.
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