Caudipteryx

Caudipteryx was a small, feathered dinosaur from Early Cretaceous China that looked so much like a bird it confused scientists. With its compact body and long legs, it was likely a quick runner. This dino-bird mix helped fuel debates about how closely birds and dinosaurs are related.

• Had feathers covering its body, making it look strikingly bird-like.
• Lived approximately 124.6 million years ago in what is now China.
• Two known species: Caudipteryx zoui and Caudipteryx dongi.