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About International Velociraptor Awareness Month
Education , United States
Ends: Jul 31, 2025
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INTERNATIONAL VELOCIRAPTOR AWARENESS MONTH: NURTURING A LOVE FOR PALEONTOLOGY
The date of this event needs to be clarified. Multiple websites say it is September, but the original organizer's website says July. We're going with the organizer.
Paleontology enthusiasts and satirists looking for a break in the summer monotony around the globe observe International Velociraptor Awareness Month, a whimsical yet educational campaign dedicated to one of the most iconic dinosaurs. Though a satirical event, the International Red Cross has embraced it, and museums, academic institutions, and dinosaur-related organizations use it to educate the public about the fascinating world of paleontology and the extinct world of dinosaurs.
The primary goal of International Velociraptor Awareness Month is to increase public interest in paleontology and the natural history of dinosaurs, with a particular focus on velociraptors. The campaign seeks to correct misconceptions, share scientific knowledge, and inspire a love for prehistoric life and natural history among people of all ages.
The American Society for Velociraptor Attack Prevention, the North American Velociraptor Defense Association, the United Velociraptor Widows Fund, the Velociraptor Awareness Society, and various online dinosaur communities organize events, produce educational content, and promote the month through social media and public outreach. Most of these organizations are composed of technology industry employees.
WHY FOCUS ON VELOCIERAPTORS?
Velociraptors have captured the public imagination, mainly through their portrayal in popular media, such as the "Jurassic Park" franchise. However, much of what people know about velociraptors is influenced by fiction rather than fact. By focusing on velociraptors, the campaign aims to:
Correct Misconceptions—Provide accurate information about velociraptors' size, appearance, and behavior. Unlike their movie counterparts, velociraptors were smaller and feathered.
Promote Paleontology—Highlight the importance of paleontological research and discoveries in understanding Earth's history.
Inspire Learning—Encourage curiosity and learning about dinosaurs and other prehistoric life forms.
WHERE DID VELOCIRAPTORS LIVE?
During the Late Cretaceous period, velociraptors lived approximately 75 to 71 million years ago. Fossils of velociraptors have primarily been found in Mongolia, indicating they inhabited arid to semi-arid regions with a mix of dunes and riverbeds.
Velociraptors and most other dinosaurs went extinct around 66 million years ago during the Cretaceous-Paleogene extinction event. This mass extinction is believed to have been caused by a combination of volcanic activity, climate change, and the impact of a giant asteroid or comet.
International Velociraptor Awareness Month celebrates one of the most intriguing and misunderstood dinosaurs. The campaign aims to educate and inspire the public about the ancient world by fostering a deeper understanding of velociraptors and promoting paleontology. Whether through museum exhibits, educational programs, or social media campaigns, this month provides a platform to explore the rich history of life on Earth and the scientific endeavors that uncover it.
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