Deinonychus model, 'Samantha'
This early Cretaceous dinosaur grew to around 3 metres (10 ft.)
in length and weighed around 80 kg (176 lb). Its name, which means
'terrible claw', refers to the deadly claw found on each of its
feet.
While small compared to other dinosaurs, Deinonychus was built
for speed, and would have been an effective predator. It had long
forelimbs and powerful clawed 'hands'.
In the museum, however, she is affectionately named
Samantha!
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East Ayrshire Council