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Oviraptor
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Oviraptor was an ominovorous dinosaur that lived in the late
Cretaceous period,
about 75 million years ago.
Fossils
have been found in
Mongolia, as well a possible second specimen in
the Inner Mongolian region of China.
Oviraptor was about 6 to 8 feet (1.8 to 2.4 meters) long. It probably weighed
something in the region of 60 to 70 pounds (27 to 32 kilograms).
Physically, Oviraptor, like several of its relatives
(Caudipteryx,
Nomingia and
Protarchaeopteryx) seems to have been quite bird-like. Some appear to have a pygostyle
(fused final vertebrae as found in birds), and extensive coverings of feathers.
Oviraptor is also usually depicted as having a crest on its head similar to modern
cassowary birds, however although it is though likely that Oviraptor did have a crest
(its close relatives certainly did), the only recognised specimen of Oviraptor has
a crushed skull, so we can not be sure of the exact size, shape or positioning of Oviraptor's
crest.
When Oviraptor was first found
(it was discovered by Roy Chapman Andrews, and then described and named by
Henry Fairfield Osborn in 1924),
it was thought that eggs were the
most important part of its diet.
The reason why eggs were thought to be important in Oviraptor's diet are:
Osborn noted
that Oviraptor's skull was found just inches away from a nest of dinosaur eggs
(believed at the time to be
Protoceratops eggs).
Additionally,
Henry Fairfield Osborn,
speculated that the animal's the toothless beak, as well as bones beneath its jaw, would
have formed an effective egg-piercing tool.
As a result of this,
Osborn
chose the name "Oviraptor", which means "egg seizer".
That said,
Osborn
did not seem entirely confident of the egg-eating hypothesis - he did
caution that the name "Oviraptor" might be misleading.
Recently however,
fossils of relatives of
Oviraptor have been found brooding their own eggs, and hence it is possible that the
eggs that Oviraptor was found close to, were actually its own.
As a result of these discoveries, many scientists now think that
Oviraptor may well have been an omnivore, possibly eating small animals, eggs,
insects and plants. An alternative or additional hypothesis is that Oviraptor
may have eaten molluscs such as clams - its jaws seem to be strong enough to
break their shells, and molluscs are found in the same geological formation as
Oviraptor.
Oviraptor was an omnivore (ate meat and plants) that lived about 75 million years ago
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Oviraptor Facts
Here is a summary of some of the key facts about Oviraptor:
- Oviraptor was a genus of dinosaur.
- "Oviraptor" means "egg seizer". The name was chosen by Henry Fairfield Osborn in 1924.
- Oviraptor was a member of the Saurischia ("lizard-hipped") order of dinosaurs. What this means, is that although Oviraptor was not closely related to lizards, it did have similarly shaped pelvic bones.
- Oviraptor was a Theropod - a member of a group of related bipedal dinosaurs that included the ancestors of birds (although Oviraptor was not itself an ancestor of birds).
- Oviraptor lived about 75 million years ago, during the late Cretaceous period.
- Oviraptor lived in Mongolia, and possibly China.
- Oviraptor was a omnivore (ate both meat and plants).
- Oviraptor was about 6 to 8 feet (1.8 to 2.4 meters) long.
- Oviraptor weighed about 60 to 70 pounds (27 to 32 kilograms).
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Oviraptor Books
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By Rebecca Sabelko
Epic
Released: August 1st, 2020
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Oviraptor (Epic, World of Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Bellwether Media
- Brand: Epic
- ISBN: 1644872927
- EAN: 9781644872925
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- Format: Illustrated
- Edition: Illustrated
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Rebecca Sabelko
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2020
- Release Date: August 1st, 2020
Physical Description:- Size: 9.1 Inches by 6.7 Inches by 0.3 Inches
- Weight: 0.55 Pounds
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By Joanne Mattern
Weekly Reader Early Learning Library
Released: January 16th, 2009
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Oviraptor (Let's Read about Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Gareth Stevens Publishing
- Brand: Weekly Reader Early Learning Library
- ISBN: 0836894219
- EAN: 9780836894219
Details:- Paperback
- Edition: Illustrated
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Joanne Mattern
- Publication Date: January 16th, 2009
- Release Date: January 16th, 2009
Physical Description:- Size: 7.0 Inches by 7.0 Inches by 0.1 Inches
- Weight: 0.1 Pounds
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By Julie Murray
Abdo Zoom
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Oviraptor (Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Abdo Zoom
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- ISBN: 1532127189
- EAN: 9781532127182
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Format: Illustrated
- Edition: Illustrated
- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Julie Murray
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2019
- Release Date: August 1st, 2019
Physical Description:- Size: 9.25 Inches by 6.5 Inches by 0.25 Inches
- Weight: 0.45 Pounds
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By Wil Mara
Childrens Pr
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Oviraptor (Rookie Read-About Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Childrens Pr
- ISBN: 0531209326
- EAN: 9780531209325
Details:- Paperback
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Wil Mara
- Publication Date: March 1st, 2012
- Release Date: March 1st, 2012
Physical Description:- Size: 0.25 Inches by 7.0 Inches by 0.25 Inches
- Weight: 0.20062065842 Pounds
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By Peter Curtis
Macmillan Children's Books
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Dinosaur Flap! The Oviraptor- Manufacturer: Macmillan Children's Books
- ISBN: 1509850341
- EAN: 9781509850341
- PartNumber: 9781509850341
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- Edition: Main Market Ed.
- Author: Peter Curtis
Physical Description:- Size: 6.02361 Inches by 7.40156 Inches by 0.82677 Inches
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By Rob Shone
PowerKids Press
Released: August 30th, 2011
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Oviraptor (Graphic Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: PowerKids Press
- Brand: PowerKids Press
- ISBN: 1448852072
- EAN: 9781448852079
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Rob Shone
- Publication Date: August 30th, 2011
- Release Date: August 30th, 2011
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- Weight: 0.85 Pounds
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By Susan H Gray
Child's World
Released: August 1st, 2015
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Oviraptor (Exploring Dinosaurs)- Manufacturer: Child's World
- Brand: Child's World
- ISBNs: 9781631439810, 1631439812
- EAN: 9781631439810
- PartNumber: illustrations
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Format: Picture Book
- Edition: Illustrated
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Susan H Gray
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2015
- Release Date: August 1st, 2015
Physical Description:- Size: 9.5 Inches by 8.0 Inches by 0.4 Inches
- Weight: 0.65 Pounds
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By Meish Goldish
Bearport Pub Co Inc
Released: August 1st, 2006
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The Oviraptor Adventure: Mark Norell And the Egg Thief (Fossil Hunters)- Manufacturer: Bearport Pub Co Inc
- ISBNs: 1597162582, 9781597162586
- EAN: 9781597162586
Details:- Product Category: Library Binding
- Number of Pages: 32
- Author: Meish Goldish
- Publication Date: August 1st, 2006
- Release Date: August 1st, 2006
Physical Description:- Size: 10.25 Inches by 8.25 Inches by 0.5 Inches
- Weight: 0.71 Pounds
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Oviraptor Toys
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SCHLEICH
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SCHLEICH Dinosaurs, Dinosaur Toy, Dinosaur Toys for Boys and Girls 4-12 Years Old, Oviraptor- Manufacturer: Schleich
- Brand: SCHLEICH
- 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: 0.083 Pounds
- Color: Silver
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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RECUR Oviraptor Figure Toys Plastic Dinosaur Figurine Collection Realistic Design for 3-12 Years Old Boys Ideal for Birthday Presents Toddlers Play Toys- Manufacturer: RECUR
- Brand: RECUR
- EAN: 6970442053473
- PartNumber: 9173D
Features:- SAFE & HIGH QUALITY - The Oviraptor toys are made of non-toxic PVC, material friendly, heavy-duty and drop-resistant. Stuffed with PP cotton, the dinosaur figure body is squeezable that won't hurt kids. You can twist the head, the tail and play it roughly without worry! ASTM/EN71/CPSIA/CE certification approved.
- EDUCATIONAL TOY - The teacher's display model used to tell the history, stimulate kids’ curiosity for learning and make them know more about the relationship between world, nature, and environment. Display in the office and collection in the home to enhance the atmosphere.
- HAND PAINT DESIGN - Exact details make you feel the charm of Oviraptor figure toys. Exquisite design and hand paint process can make this figure toy likes a real dinosaur.
- PORTABLE SIZE - Size: 10*3.5*5.7 (L*W*H) inch. Compact and portable, you can take it everywhere you want. You or your kids will capture others’ attention with such an eye-catching model, and spark imaginative play! Make more friends especially for collectors.
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Flormoon Dinosaur Toy Realistic Oviraptor Plastic Early Educational Toys Cupcake Topper Party Gift for Kids 2+ Year Old- Manufacturer: FLORMOON
- Brand: Flormoon
- UPC: 727380059052
- EAN: 0727380059052
- PartNumber: US0220EJ*10280
Physical Description:- Weight: 0.1322773572 Pounds
Features:- Best Gift for 2 year old up: Our toy animal is an awesome birthday gift or reward and look great as kid's room decoration. Kids love that very much.
- Safety Kids Toy: Animal action figures was made of plastic durable material, Eco-friendly, BPA Free, Phthalates Free. Conforms to ASTM/CE/CPSC Toy Safety Standards.
- Realistic Toy Figures: Our animal toys was hand painted with high realistically detailed appearance. Their uniquely molded textures and richly painted details make the animals vivid.
- Jungle Animals World Themed Party: The animal figurines toys are great for Christmas party favors, holidays, birthday party games, science project, early educational toys, party decoration or rewards.
- Early Educational Toys: Miniature animal figurines will spark hours of imaginative play. It will help to improve children's concentration and outsight, develop and train their imagination and creativity.
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FLORMOON Animal Figures Realistic Oviraptor Action Model Science Project, Learning Educational Toys, Birthday Gift, Cake Topper for Kids- Manufacturer: FLORMOON
- Brand: Flormoon
- UPC: 780861437886
- EAN: 0780861437886
- PartNumber: FLM-11736-1004
Features:- Safety Material - Our Animal Figurines Playset Was Made of High Quality Durable Abs Plastic, Non-toxic Paint and Odorless. All by Safety Meterials for Kids.
- Great Gift for Kids Age 3 and Up - It's an Awesome Animal Toy, Birthday Gift or Prize for Kids and Great Action Figures to Play with and Also Look Great As Kid's Room Decoration. They Are Worth to Be Collected, Decorating Children's Bookcase and Desk.
- Early Educational Toys - These Animal Payset Are Great For Education Purposes, Creative Play, Party Favors And Crafts. It Will Help To Improve Children's Concentration And Outsight, Develop And Train Their Imagination And Creativity.
- Realistic Appearance - Our Animal Toys Was Made By Hand Painted With High Realistically Detailed Appearance, Cute Face And Childish Eyes. Their Uniquely Molded Textures And Richly Painted Details Make The Animals Vivid.
- Long Term Warranty - Animal Figures Has a No Hassle 100% Guarantee Refund Policy. if You Get the Play Animal Figures Set and Do Not Love Them, Simply Return for a Full Refund. Just Add to Your Cart Now!
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Gemini&Genius Velociraptor Dinosaur Toys Oviraptor Dinosaur Figure with Moveable Jaw Action Figure, Authentic Color and Texture Ages 4 and Up, Gifts, Stocking Stuffer for Kids- Manufacturer: Shenzhen Gemini Technology LTD.
- Brand: gemini&genius
- PartNumber: Dinosaur Figure
Physical Description:- Size: 4.3 Inches by 6.7 Inches by 2.3 Inches
- Weight: 0.164375 Pounds
- Color: Yellow Velociraptor
Features:- 【Experience the Dinosaur World】Our dinosaur figures are made by hand painted with high detailed appearance. Their uniquely molded textures and richly painted details make the dinosaurs vivid.
- 【Dexterity and Imagination Development】We encourage your kids to use their imagination to create their own magical kingdom. The toys will help to develop their skills while enjoying hours of imaginative play in great planet's history.
- 【Awesome Gifts】Such cute & different varieties of dinosaur figures are worthy to be collected, for decorating children's bookcase, desk and room. They are awesome birthday gifts or prizes for kids, also they would be good ideas to use as the cake toppers and make a dinosaur theme cake for your children. They would love that so much.
- 【Detailed and Realistic】 Our action figure is hand painted with amazing authentic details, realistic movement, educational and funny, everything figure has its own character with lifelike appearance trying to tell their expression.
- 【Durable and Safe】This figure is made of a-piece design with durable ABS material which is safe and eco-friendly and children-friendly. This is the most durable design as you can imagine, when your children grow up, these toys are still fine and become valuable collectibles.
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Bloco Toys Oviraptor- Manufacturer: Bloco Toys
- Brand: Bloco Toys
- Model: 35.BC13003
- UPCs: 746550801727, 078769919420, 793631231218, 846038013038
- EANs: 0846038013038, 0078769919420, 0793631231218, 7104753385100, 0746550801727
- PartNumber: BC-13003
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 8.0 Inches by 12.0 Inches by 5.0 Inches
- Weight: 0.7495716908 Pounds
Features:- 60 piece construction set
- creates one model
- build, transform and create models
- follow your imagination!
- detailed instructions are included on the box
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Holztiger Oviraptor Toy Figure- Manufacturer: C & J Direct GmbH & Co. KG
- Brand: Holztiger
- Model: 80339
- EAN: 4013594803397
- PartNumber: 80339
Details:Physical Description:- Size: 3.54 Inches by 5.12 Inches by 0.91 Inches
- Weight: 0.1212542441 Pounds
Features:- Wooden figures are large and chunky with rounded edges, and no upper age limit for playing
- You can share with them and learned finger plays, songs or dance
- Tones and sounds are learned and imitated
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Dinosaur Model Simulated Before Archaeoteryx Figurine Realistic Plastic Jurassic Dinosaur Oviraptor for Animal Collection , Set of 3- Manufacturer: Hibon
- Brand: Hiawbon
- UPC: 742377825007
- EAN: 0742377825007
Features:- Made of high quanlity plastic, durable and sturdy
- Before Archaeoteryx (L x W x H): Approx. 7.09 x 4.72 x 4.13 inch, weight: 0.4 lb; Blue Oviraptor (L x W x H): Approx. 5.51 x 3.54 x 4.13 inch, weight: 0.37 lb; Pink Oviraptor (L x W x H): Approx. 5.51 x 3.54 x 4.13 inch, weight: 0.37 lb;
- This simulation dinosaur is very lovely made, with lifelike shape. Excellent detail and craftsmanship
- Great collectible, home desk decoration and party favors. Also a great gift for dinosaur lover
- Can be used as a ornament, inspire their imagination and curiosity, let them know some dinosaur knowledge, bring a lot of fun to them
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Oviraptor Dinosaur Egg (Teaching Quality Recreation)- Manufacturer: Skulls Unlimited International
- Brand: Skulls Unlimited International
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Physical Description:- Weight: 0.6834330122 Pounds
Features:- Hand Painted Dinosaur Egg to Give Life Like Appearance
- Hand Painted Dinosaur Egg to Give Life Like Appearance
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- Large 6 Inch Egg
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