Modern Dinosaur Studies

Sitting partway up a Douglas-Fir, baby dino alternately preened and surveyed the pond. After an apparent small sight or sound of motion, all energy was concentrated on getting back down. But contrary to the expression of agitated vectoring, this was no quick dive, just a relaxed glide.

On the ground, attention was focused on several areas at pond's edge that instinct suggested might harbor a meal. Extreme patience was evident on the stalk, as motion slowed while approaching the target. The last two steps took about 10 seconds each, extreme slo-mo. Then rigid attention for up to half an hour, not a sign of movement.

After the score, dino took a few moments to swallow, then enjoyed a relaxed stroll around the pond.