Velociraptor mongoliensis Claw Replica

Description

Velociraptor mongoliensis claw replica measures 2.6 x 0.28 x 0.82 inches. The Velociraptor mongoliensis claw is a museum-quality polyurethane resin cast. 1:1 scale. Made in USA.

This replica showcases a highly specialized talon from the predatory foot. The bone features a deep, sickle-shaped curve that finishes in a sharp tip. Deep lateral grooves run along both sides of the bone.

These grooves held blood vessels that nourished the growing outer keratin sheath. The base of the claw is wide and features a prominent bump. This bump acted as a leverage point for pulling the toe downward with immense force.

Velociraptor mongoliensis lived in a hard environment filled with massive sand dunes and seasonal streams. Well-preserved fossils show that this species possessed quill knobs on its arm bones. These bumps prove the dinosaur had large feathers on its forelimbs.

The feathers did not help the animal fly because its body was too heavy. Instead, the dinosaur used its feathered arms for stabilization. They helped the predator maintain balance while pinned on top of struggling prey.

Scientists have direct fossil proof of how this claw interacted with other animals. The famous “Fighting Dinosaurs” specimen captured a Velociraptor locked in a death match with Protoceratops. In this unique fossil, the raptor’s sickle claw is embedded directly into the neck of the plant-eater.

This spectacular discovery confirms that the foot claw was used as a precise piercing weapon against specific targets. A sudden sandstorm buried both animals instantly, preserving their final battle for millions of years.

Scientific Classification

• Kingdom: Animalia
• Phylum: Chordata
• Class: Reptilia
• Clade: Dinosauria
• Clade: Saurischia
• Clade: Theropoda
• Family: †Dromaeosauridae
• Clade: †Eudromaeosauria
• Subfamily: †Velociraptorinae
• Genus: †Velociraptor
• Species: †V. mongoliensis
• Type species: †Velociraptor mongoliensis Osborn, 1924
• Conservation Status: Extinct

The Velociraptor dinosaur claw pairs well with the Velociraptor skull replica, the Velociraptor skeleton replica and the Velociraptor killing claw fossil replica.