I WONDER - Did The Oviraptor Have Feathers?

The Oviraptor had a bird-like skull with a beak, no teeth, and a bony crest. Its large side-placed eyes provided excellent binocular vision. Likely covered in feathers, Oviraptor fossils have been found in a brooding posture on nests, suggesting it fanned its wings over eggs for insulation.

What feature of the Oviraptor's head contributed to its excellent vision?

• Its large eyes on the sides of its head

• Its sharp teeth

• Its colorful feathers

• Its long neck

What evidence suggests that Oviraptor was covered in feathers?

• Modern birds having similar features

• Written records from the Jurassic period

• Drawings from ancient caves

• Fossils showing feather imprints

In what posture have Oviraptor fossils been found?

• Flying

• Brooding on nests

• Swimming

• Running

How did the Oviraptor likely care for its eggs?

• By covering them with leaves

• By leaving them in the sun

• By fanning its wings over them

• By burying them underground

What was the purpose of the Oviraptor's wing fanning behavior?

• To provide insulation for eggs

• To scare predators

• To attract mates

• To fly long distances