raptor

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The raptor, dark brown with bright white spots, prefers old-growth forests.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 23, 2025

I hang a black raptor silhouette in the middle square, but that does not deter him.

From Salon • Jul. 19, 2025

"In the case of the two most recent dinosaurs sold at Christie's - Stan, the T-Rex, and a raptor skeleton - both are now in the care of museums, or on public display," he said.

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2024

Some fossils are thought to represent previously undescribed species, including two additional pterosaur skulls and two small raptor dinosaurs.

From Science Magazine • May 15, 2024

And also, thoughts about visiting the raptor sanctuary on a Wednesday, which is such a special thing.

From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers