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Shuvuuia deserti

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Description

Name meaning: Desert bird
Diet: Insects and small animals.
Length: 2 feet
Time Period: Late Cretaceous period, about 75-72 million years ago.
Fossils found: In Mongolia


Coloration based of a Northern Flicker and a Ringtail.
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Just a tip: This appears to be inspired by the work of Gregory S. Paul. A common problem with his artwork is that his dinosaurs are often "shrink-wrapped," that is, they appear too skinny. Compare your Shuvuuia to modern birds outside. Can your see their pelvises? No, it covered under layers of muscle and feathers. You will also notice that modern birds are very expansive torsos, a consequence of more muscle (particularly for flying), feathers, and sometimes fat (at least in flightless birds). Not trying to bash here; just trying to offer some constructive criticism to help you make our dinosaurs more accurate. Otherwise, nice job! :)