Struthiomimus was a mid-sized theropod dinosaur (about 13 feet from beak to tail). The name Struthiomimus literally translates to “ostrich mimic”, which is an apt name, as this dinosaur heavily resembles modern flightless birds. Besides its ostrich-like appearance, the Struthiomimus is perhaps best known for its estimated speed. Scientists think these animals could run 30-50 miles per hour, similar to modern Grizzly Bears, Lions, and conveniently, ostriches.
Struthiomimus was a mid-sized theropod dinosaur (about 13 feet from beak to tail). The name Struthiomimus literally translates to “ostrich mimic”, which is an apt name, as this dinosaur heavily resembles modern flightless birds. Besides its ostrich-like appearance, the Struthiomimus is perhaps best known for its estimated speed. Scientists think these animals could run 30-50 miles per hour, similar to modern Grizzly Bears, Lions, and conveniently, ostriches.