The turkey-size Shuvuuia (from the Mongolian word for bird) had a small, beaky head and a long neck. The fast-running dinosaur is considered one of the more bizarre theropods—and an animal that gives credence to the theory that dinosaurs and birds are closely related.

Born in Cuba and educated in Spain, Luis Rey's dinosaur art has been featured in numerous exhibitions and books. He bases his work on rigorous anatomical studies. Check out Rey's Web site to see more of his work. Find out more about his books A Field Guide to Dinosaurs, published in the U.S. by Barron's Educational Series, and available from all bookstores, or direct from the publisher.

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