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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
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Sinosauropteryx-Mysterious Feathered Dinosaur (I Like Dinosaurs!)- Manufacturer: Enslow Elementary
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- ISBN: 076602623X
- EAN: 9780766026230
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- Number of Pages: 24
- Author: Michael William Skrepnick
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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
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- Number of Pages: 171
- Author: Shen Shixi
- Publication Date: June 1st, 2013
- Release Date: June 1st, 2013
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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.
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By American Museum of Natural History
Union Square Kids
Released: January 28th, 2020
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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
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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
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Details:- Hardcover
- 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
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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
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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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- Best T-Rex action figure toy get ready for thrilling action and adventure this mighty Tyrannosaurus Rex is multifunction has movable jaws opens its glowing mouth to roar makes 8 different roaring sounds and is featured with a water steam spray function. Cool dinosaurs for kids
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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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- PartNumber: 056-MegalodonMosasaurus
Physical Description:Features:- Package Include: Come with a giftable colorbox, include 1x Megalodon, 1x Mosasaurus, 16x Dinosaur Cards( with various dinosaur pictures and dinosaur descriptions )
- Natural appearance: Each dinosaur figure is finely sculpted and hand painted by experts, highly detailed for realistic appearance
- Great addition: With lifelike details, active poses, these dinosaur figures can easily help capture kids' attention and spark imaginative play, suitable for landscape scenes, educational toy, home desktop decoration
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Dig a Dozen Dino Egg Dig Kit - Egg Dinosaur Toys for Kids 3-12 Year Old - 12 Easter Eggs & Surprise Dinosaurs. Science STEM Activities - Educational Boy Toy Party Gifts for Boys & Girls Ages 3-5 5-7- Manufacturer: Dan&Darci
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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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TEMI Dinosaur Truck Toys for Kids 3-5 Years, Tyrannosaurus Transport Car Carrier Truck with 8 Dino Figures, Activity Play Mat, Dinosaur Eggs, Capture Jurassic Dinosaur Play Set for Boys and Girls- Manufacturer: TEMI
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- Model: 296
- PartNumber: K296
Physical Description:- Size: 8.4 Inches by 14.9 Inches by 6.1 Inches
- Color: Tyrannosaurus Dino Truck
Features:- Large Dinosaur Transport Truck – The truck is equipped with a simulated T-rex head which makes it look cooler. And the large cage allows it to capture more dinosaurs. Truck size: 35*15*20cm.
- 8 Realistic Dinosaur Figures – This play set comes with 2 medium Tyrannosaurus dinosaurs and 6 mini other dinosaurs. All dinosaurs can be captured into the cage. Tips: If you want to catch the bigger dinosaurs, please remove the barrier in the middle of the cage first.
- Dinosaur Theme Play Mat – A dinosaur park activity play mat help kids to build their own dinosaur world easily. Mat size is 70*80cm, it is large enough for 2-3 kids to play on the ground.
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Schleich Dinosaurs, Dinosaur Toys for Boys and Girls, Realistic Dunkleosteus Figure with Movable Jaw, Ages 4+- Manufacturer: Schleich
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- Model: 14575
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- PartNumber: 14575
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- Author: Schleich
Physical Description:- Size: 2.6 Inches by 8.5 Inches by 8.5 Inches
- Weight: 0.28 Pounds
- Color: Multi
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LEGO Jurassic World Carnotaurus Dinosaur Chase 76941 Building Kit; Fun Toy Playset for Creative Kids; New 2021 (240 Pieces)- Manufacturer: LEGO
- Brand: LEGO
- Model: 6360172
- UPC: 673419350563
- EAN: 0673419350563
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Details:Physical Description:- Size: 2.224 Inches by 15.039 Inches by 10.315 Inches
- Weight: 1.36907064702 Pounds
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Features:- Kids can play out a thrilling Carnotaurus Dinosaur Chase with this fun-packed LEGO Jurassic World toy playset (76941), featuring a buildable helicopter and pickup truck
- Includes 3 minifigures: Kenji, Sammy and Owen Grady, plus a posable Carnotaurus toy figure and a Taser accessory element for action-packed play
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