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Ornitholestes

About Ornitholestes
This small predatory dinosaur lived around 150 million years ago. The name Ornitholestes means 'bird-robber.' It is thought that Ornitholestes raided the nests of early birds in search of a meal.
Ornitholestes was likely a swift runner and an excellent hunter. In addition to eggs, Ornitholestes probably ate small and medium-sized animals.

Ornitholestes had a unique ridge along the end of its snout which may have been used to attract a mate.

What is this dinosaur's name? Ornitholestes How do I pronounce Ornitholestes? Or-nith-owe-less-teez What does the name Ornitholestes mean? Robber of Birds How long was Ornitholestes? 7.50 feet 2.10 meters How heavy was Ornitholestes? 33.00 pounds 15.00 kilograms What dinosaur class was Ornitholestes assigned to? Theropoda What did Ornitholestes eat? Small and medium animals How many years ago did Ornitholestes live? 150,000,000 Years Ago In what period did Ornitholestes live? Late Jurassic Where did Ornitholestes live? Wyoming, North America

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