Meet Copper Claw.
Aussie Rapator
Brave, full of adventure and happiest digging in the dirt. Copper Claw is always ready to look a little closer.
Watch Copper Claw’s story“There’s a discovery under every little clue.”
- Brave
- Adventurous
- Loves digging
Say hello to Copper Claw.
Press play to hear Copper Claw’s story. The words appear here, below the picture.
Narrated still picture · 28 seconds · Sound starts when you press play
Read the story
G’day, I’m Copper Claw! I love an adventure, and I love digging in the dirt. What’s hiding here? Let’s brush gently and have a look. A little shape can be a big discovery! Bring your curious eyes. We’ll explore together, and share what we find!
A little dirt. A big adventure.
A patch of soft earth is the start of a story for Copper Claw. He loves digging, looking for interesting shapes and sharing the excitement of a little discovery with his friends.
A little prehistoric discovery
A Rapator hand bone was found near Lightning Ridge in Australia. A little fossil can give scientists a clue about the past.
What would you like to ask a fossil scientist?
For grown-ups: Australian dinosaur fossil researchOur friends’ colours, voices and personalities belong to their imaginary story world.
Discover with Copper Claw
Ask a grown-up for a little sand tray. Hide a safe, large toy and gently brush the sand away. Prefer to watch? Help choose what to hide.
There’s more than one way to join in. Looking, listening and imagining all count.
Colour in Copper ClawThere’s a whole family to meet.
Next up: Banjo, our T-Rex.
Planning an adventure for your group?
Our dinosaur friends bring the stories to life. Explore the visits for schools, early learning and events, then find a programme that fits.
Explore a Jurassic Jack visitIllustrated characters belong to our story world. Live characters and activities depend on the programme and are confirmed during planning.