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Oviraptor. A model head of an Oviraptor. These dinosaurs are believe to
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Oviraptor. A model head of an Oviraptor. These dinosaurs are believe to
A model head of an Oviraptor. These dinosaurs are believe to have fed on eggs or shell fish due to the shape of their mouths. They lived 85-75 million years ago and fossils have been found in Mongolia
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Archosaur Archosauria Archosauriformes Archosauromorpha Coelurosaur Coelurosauria Cretaceous Cretaceous Period Diapsid Diapsida Dinosaur Dinosauria Dinosauromorpha Dinosaurs Extinct Maniraptor Maniraptora Maniraptoriformes Mesozoic Omnivore Oviraptor Oviraptoridae Phanerozoic Prehistoric
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1. Title: "The Curious Oviraptor: A Model Revealing the Enigmatic Face of a Cretaceous Omnivore" The Oviraptor, an intriguing dinosaur from the late Cretaceous period, comes to life in this model depicting its distinctive head. With its origins in the Mesozoic Era, around 85-75 million years ago, this extinct creature is a fascinating member of the Archosauria, a group of reptiles that includes dinosaurs and their ancestors. The Oviraptor, a member of the Oviraptoridae family, was initially misidentified as an ostrich due to its feathered body and bird-like features. However, further research revealed that this coelurosaur, a subgroup of theropod dinosaurs, was an omnivore, believed to have fed on eggs or shellfish based on the shape of its mouth. This model showcases the Oviraptor's anatomical features, including its small, rounded teeth, suggesting its omnivorous diet. Its large, expressive eyes, set beneath a crested skull, convey a sense of intelligence and curiosity. As part of the Maniraptora, a group of theropod dinosaurs characterized by their advanced anatomy, the Oviraptor's skeletal structure was more complex than many of its dinosaur counterparts. The Oviraptor's fossils have been found primarily in Mongolia, offering a glimpse into the prehistoric world of the Cretaceous Period. As part of the Diapsida, a group of reptiles characterized by having two openings in the skull for the temporal fenestra, the Oviraptor shares a common ancestry with modern reptiles and birds. This model offers a unique perspective on the enigmatic Oviraptor, inviting us to explore the wonders of the Phanerozoic Eon, a geological period characterized by the presence of abundant fossilized organisms, and delve deeper into the fascinating world of prehistoric animals.
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