[ClearCase_guy]

The new dinosaur, named Raptorex kriegsteini, “really throws a wrench into this observed pattern,” Mr. Brusatte said.

That seems to happen frequently. But they don't seem to mind.

[Pistolshot]

Why is there such a big surprise?

Raptors come in all different sizes now, from falcons to eagles. It's possible the same avian characteristics we see in the larger dinos was similar in pattern to various sizes as needed for the environment.

For as much as we know, there is a whole lot more yet to discover.

[ShadowAce]

Nine feet long and only 150 pounds?

Something doesn't sound right here. I'm a little over 6 feet and weigh around 200 pounds.

[vamoose]