(Claw of Baryonyx walkeri) Baryonyx means 'heavy claw'. Unusually for a carnivorous dinosaur we know it ate fish as scientists have found fish scales and teeth with its fossil where its stomach would have been.

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Special events

Join us for some amazing activities and special events.

  • Ice rink
    Festive activities

    Go ice skating, ride on the carousel, join in with nature shows and live discussions with scientists. There are lots of seasonal activities at the Museum, so find out more.

  • Light up Dippy
    Light up Dippy

    Find out how to light up our iconic Diplodocus skeleton in the Central Hall and help us revitalise the Central Hall and its specimens. 3 October 2011 - 28 September 2012.

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