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Psithyrus — Troodons Tool using dinosaurs
Published: 2011-03-27 15:20:15 +0000 UTC; Views: 30265; Favourites: 1001; Downloads: 727
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I haven't submitted much dino art for a while, so I uploaded this depiction of theropod family life that I drew last year; however, I decided to color it this week. The picture portrays a mother troodonid dinosaur removing termites from a mound using a stick, meanwhile her hatchlings eagerly watch with the anticipation of a quick scrumptious snack. The use of a stick prevents soldier termites from attacking the dinosaurs as they chow down on worker nestmates. Since Troodontidae represent perhaps the smartest of cretaceous beasts, I like to believe that some troodons are akin to some clever birds we see today and learned to use tools for finding food.Hope you like this pic, I experimented a little more with lighting effects.
Enjoy,
Blair
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I love how expectant the little ones look....amazing!
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Thanks Raven
Walrodonts Rule!!!!!
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A wonderfull Troodonmum. The idea with the sick is great! As you I like to believe, that some have used tools. I like to watch the crows and ravens and be fascinated of their intelligenz. Also the keas of New Zealand. Many birds are very smart. And as it was founded that Troodon has a big brainwhole, has this fact changed the opionon about dinosaurs. (Also the found of Deinoychus).
I love it!!!
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Whoa!
Another amazing piece by you. I love the contrast between the more realistic adult and the cuddliness of the chicks.
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Huh! Cool idea. Did dromeosaurids really hold their hands like that, with the claws inward?
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Hi DSil,
I am not really sure. I did see a NatGeo show that suggested they had inward turned claws to pull prey closer to them, instead of a fully articulated wrist like the raptors had in JP.
Thanks for the kind words
best wishes,
Blair
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This is fantastic, I thought it was real for a second, time well spent!!
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Many thanks,
digital art allows me to draw large pictures and pack in as much detail as I can. Its fun, as long as my carpal tunnel stays in remission.
Thanks again for the kind words,
Blair
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Nice. I always love depictions of dinosaur behavior other than stomping and roaring. I also like that you made all the feathers "zipped together" like on a real bird, instead of sticking out all over the place like a lot of depictions tend to do.
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Many thanks John,
I think the mundane things animals do are far more interesting. Dinosaur ecology must have been more complex than simple predation.
cheers,
Blair
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Many thanks,
You art is amazing and so inspiring
all the best,
Blair, (another old fart)
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Many thanks Shashikanta,
I am glad you liked them,
all the best,
Blair
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Great job, really very good and visually and substantively 
Regards Jacek
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Thanks Jacek,
I appreciate your very kind words, they are very encouranging
best wishes,
Blair
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Thanks Victor,
I,m very glad you liked this fluffy family.
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Aha, very cute! I love all the detailing and foliage you made here. The lighting is also especially nice.
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Thanks Shalese,
your gallery is incredible, thanks for the fave.
best wishes,
Blair
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You're very welcome! And thank you as well.
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WoW!! It's very realistic! And aslo it's amazing!!!
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Thanks Ewelina,
I finally started drawing Kati, and hope to submit her picture soon, just have a few quick drawings to finish up.
all the best,
Blair
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Very great thanks Blair!
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This is absolutely amazing! Troodons are one of my favorite dinosaurs too! I loves this ^^
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Thanks Samantha,
Raptors are my favorites too, they're both fluffy and deadly
all the best,
Blair
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Thanks Kurt,
Don't worry, I'll get to you drawing very soon, I just recently started working on a children's book,so i'll be spending more time drawing bugs.
take care good buddy,
Blair
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That is alright X3 Your tame art is very lovely heh if only some of your more mature stuff was somewhere still.
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nice detailing in the plumage and the ferns.
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Many thanks and welcome to dA
cheers,
Blair
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You're welcome!
And thank you for the welcome and the badge.
- Ghost
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Those are some adorable Troodon chicks there ^_^ . I love the one with his eyes closed. It looks like he's very proud of his stick lol.
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Thanks,
and I,m glad you noticed that little guy, he's the top in his class
all the best,
Blair
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I am always amazed by the textures you manage to get in there Psithyrus.
They certainly bring some reality into the fantasy.
+ Paleo-reptiles wtf.
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Ohhh, thank you for the very kind words, I love experimenting with new textures.
cheers,
Blair
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Thanks Amin,
Don't worry good buddy, I'll finish the Trex; I just needed to take a little break, but I'm getting some nice ideas from many talented folks on dA.
Good luck buddy and stay safe in this crazy world.
Best wishes,
Blair
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a model of scales for my T.rex:
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my nice friend, Dear BLAIR SAMPSON!
How are you?
Would you make my T.rex in color according to I requested.
Today, I can see your web and text for first time. Thank you for your nice text very much.
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