Geoworld Jurassic Hunters Deinonychus Model
Young paleontologists will love this Deinonychus Model from the Geoworld Jurassic Hunters Series. The paleontologist-approved model dinosaur comes with a full-color Field Guide full of interesting scientific facts about the Deinonychus. Paleontologist John Ostrom's study of Deinonychus in the late 1960s revolutionized the way scientists thought about dinosaurs, leading to the "dinosaur renaissance" and igniting the debate on whether dinosaurs were warm-blooded or cold blooded. Before this, the popular conception of dinosaurs had been one of plodding, reptilian giants. But Ostrom's study suggested an active, agile predator. The name Deinonychus ("terrible claw") refers to the unusually large, sickle-shaped talon on the second toe of each hind foot. This paleontologist-approved model measures approximately 7-1/2'' x 1-1/2''. The  Geoworld Eduproducts is a line of educational games and toys, and is the brainchild of Dr. Stefano Piccini, geologist and paleontologist, who puts his 20 years of experience and his passion for nature in the design of all our toys. Our mission is to share our knowledge and passion for the world of Nature with children and young paleontologists of the world.