Contour Feathers Collection

An Acrocanthosaurus observes a Tenontosaurus being attacked by Deinonychus
A Cretaceous Acrocanthosaurus observing a Tenontosaurus being attacked by a group of Deinonychus

Deinonychus, a carnivorous dinosaur from the early Cretaceous Period
Deinonychus is a carnivorous dinosaur from the early Cretaceous Period

Utahraptor ostrommaysorum, the largest known dromaeosaur dinosaur

Deinonychus dinosaur
Deinonychus was a carnivorous dinosaur that lived during the Cretaceous period of North America

Olorotitan eat duckweed in a large swamp as two Microraptors fly above
A family of Olorotitan eat duckweed in a large swamp as two Microraptor birds fly overhead

A mid-sized Cretaceous China deinonychosaur

A suspicious Deinonychus antirrhopus from the Cretaceous Period
Deinonychus antirrhopus, a carnivorous dromaeosaurid that lived during the Cretaceous Period. Acrylics and colored pencil

Archaeopteryx birds fly near a shoreline on a cloudy prehistoric day
Archaeopteryx birds fly near a shoreline hunting for fish on a cloudy prehistoric day

Velociraptor mongoliensis, Late Cretaceous of Mongolia

Juravenators chasing Archaeopteryx during the Jurassic Period in what is modern day Germany

An Archaeopteryx observing a flock of migrating pterosaurs

Archaeopteryx, known as one of the earliest prehistoric birds
Archaeopteryx is known as the earliest bird and was a bridge species between dinosaurs and modern birds

Iberomesornis romerali, Early Cretaceous of Spain

Microraptor gui eating a small fish
Microraptor gui, a small four-winged dromaeosaur, eating a small fish. The microraptor was recently found in Xing et al 2013 to have preserved fish contents in the gut of a fossil

Archaeopteryx is a carnivorous bird that lived during the Jurassic period of Germany

Saurornitholestes dinosaur, white background

A flock of Archaeopteryx flying above a Jurassic landscape
A flock of Archaeopteryx bird-like dinosaurs flying above a Jurassic landscape

Deinonychus pencil drawing with digital color

Deinonychus antirrhopus dancing in the Sun. Deinonychus is a carnivorous dromaeosaurid that lived during the Cretaceous Period. Acrylic painting

Utahraptor ostrommaysorum, one of the largest known dromaeosaurs

Archaeopteryx flying through a forest

An Archaeopteryx on a log above a stream

Archaeopteryx prehistoric bird
Archaeopteryx is the most primitive known bird that lived during the Jurassic Period of Germany

A Deinonychus feeds on the carcass of a Zephyrosaurus
A Deinonychus feeds on the carcass of Zephyrosaurus, a small Cretaceous ornithopod

Two Variraptor mechinorum rest in the shadow of a cycad in the Campanian (Late Cretaceous) of Europe

An Archaeopteryx landing on a rock during the Jurassic Period
An Archaeopteryx bird-like dinosaur landing on a rock during the Jurassic Period

An Archaeopteryx standing at the edge of a forest
An Archaeopteryx bird-like dinosaur standing at the edge of a forest while the flock flies above

Balaur bondoc, a strange Romanian dromaeosaur, has two sickle claws and only two fingers on its hands

Deinonychus, a genus of carnivorous dromaeosaurid dinosaur

A Microraptor perched on a tree branch

Saurornitholestes seeks prey in burrows
Saurornitholestes, a Cretaceous dromaeosaur of North America, may have sought prey in burrows

Archaeopteryx on the shore of a river

Velociraptor, a dromaeosaurid dinosaur of the Cretaceous Period
Velociraptor mongoliensis, a dromaeosaurid dinosaur of the Cretaceous Period. Acrylics and colored pencil

Ornithomimus mother dinosaur with juveniles, adult male in background
Ornithomimus mother dinosaur with juveniles, along with an adult male in a Cretaceous forest

Velociraptor in an autumn landscape

Utahraptor is a theropod from the Early Cretaceous period

An Archaeopteryx takes flight from atop a tree stump
An Archaeopteryx bird-like dinosaur takes flight from atop a tree stump during the Jurassic Period

A pair of Utahraptors crossing a stream

A feathered Microraptor perched atop a tree fern
A feathered Microraptor alights atop a tree fern 120 million years ago in what is today Liaoning, China. Microraptor is one of the smallest dinosaurs ever discovered

A playful Deinonychus dinosaur playing with socks. Acrylics and colored pencil

Microraptor gui snacking on a cycad fruit
Microraptor gui exhibits speculative onmivory by snacking on a cycad fruit

Archaeopteryx dinosaur on white background with drop shadow

An Archaeopteryx stalks a dragonfly on a rock

Dromaeosaurus dinosaur, white background

Talos sampsoni, a small troodontid from the late Cretaceous period
Talos sampsoni is a small troodontid whose fossil was found with a once-broken and healed over toe

Two Dromaeosaurus dinosaurs sunbathing in the Cretaceous Period
Two Dromaeosaurus dinosaurs sunbathing in the Late Cretaceous Period

Deinonychus antirrhopus reconstructed in Art Nouveau style

Deinonychus antirrhopus in a misty forest

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Contour feathers, the intricate plumage that adorned prehistoric creatures, played a crucial role in their survival and evolution. An Acrocanthosaurus observes a Tenontosaurus being attacked by Deinonychus, its sharp contour feathers glinting under the sun's rays. These carnivorous dinosaurs from the early Cretaceous Period relied on their feathered bodies for agility and camouflage as they hunted their prey. Utahraptor ostrommaysorum, the largest known dromaeosaur with striking contour feathers, roamed ancient landscapes with grace and power. Its majestic appearance was enhanced by these specialized feathers that allowed it to maneuver swiftly through dense vegetation while ambushing unsuspecting victims. In another corner of this prehistoric world, Olorotitan gracefully consumed duckweed in a large swamp as two Microraptors soared above. The delicate contour feathers of these small dinosaurs enabled them to glide effortlessly through the air, showcasing nature's remarkable adaptations. A mid-sized Cretaceous China deinonychosaur lurked nearby with suspicion etched across its face. Its sleek body covered in contour feathers provided both insulation and streamlined movement during high-speed chases. Archaeopteryx birds took flight near a shoreline on a cloudy prehistoric day, their exquisite contour feathers allowing them to navigate turbulent winds effortlessly. These avian ancestors were one of the earliest prehistoric birds and paved the way for future species' aerial conquests. Velociraptor mongoliensis prowled through Late Cretaceous Mongolia with its razor-sharp claws complemented by elegant contour feathers that aided balance during swift turns while hunting elusive prey. Juravenators relentlessly chased Archaeopteryx across vast landscapes as they competed for resources amidst changing ecosystems. Their shared possession showcased convergent evolution at play - different species adapting similar features due to environmental pressures. An observant Archaeopteryx witnessed a flock of migrating pterosaurs, marveling at their impressive wingspans.