How Dinosaurs Got Their Iconic Look


	How Dinosaurs Got Their Iconic Look

clip-on-tie

11-11-2009 1:08 AM

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saurpods, dinosaurs

clip-on-tie says:

Saurpods may have evolved after their ancestors fattened up on prehistoric junk food.

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11-11-2009 3:41 AM

merrie

Those small, raptor-type animals look like they could do
lots of damage, too.

11-11-2009 10:14 AM

shaor

Love the 3-D image!

11-11-2009 2:20 PM

Kelika

The feathered raptor is great - although he's in an embarrassing position. What will the guys say at the watering hole?

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