Species Compsognathus Celerem Original sample genome: c. Longipes
Concept artwork provided to the genetics team for an experimental cosmetic match.
Identifier: COMP-YY-####	carnivore
Family Compsognathidae	Suborder Theropoda
The gene sequence and first successful breeding of this species took place at Maple White Facility (Complex A - Retired)
4′ (1.2m) Long, 1.6′ (.5m) Tall	9 lbs
Measured Speed: 25mph
Terrain Preference Is Primarily Mountain
Preference of Diet Is Small Lizards/Insects

One of the smallest and fastest species on the island, Compsognathus Celerem is a pack hunter and scavenger with a voracious appetite. These chicken sized theropods can catch small rodents, lizards and insects in mid run without slowing at running speeds up to 25mph. It is rare for them to hunt larger prey, however they also will scavenge larger kills left or even currently being dined on by larger predators.

Their name Compsognathus means “Dainty jaw”

Compys, as they are often called, have a strongly tapered head and large eyes, surprisingly good vision which allows them to see and catch fast moving insects at a distance, and a long but flexible tail which helps balance their bodies during fast running. Their teeth are curved and serrated in the back, but more smooth in the front aiding in the catching of prey instead of tearing.

Their packs can number anywhere from three to fifteen. Many packs have symbiotic relationships with much larger dinosaur species. Small packs often stay close to larger carnivores while larger packs can at times be accepted among herbivore herds. They are small enough to not be seen as a threat to any other species except for v. Crichtonii and on rarer occasion other larger species of raptor.

Larger dinosaurs do not mind and sometimes welcome their presence as this small species will clean undesirable scraps of food from larger carnivores’ teeth and claws as well as feeding on any parasites that may attempt to feed on the larger dinosaurs and insects attracted by rotting meat and dung piles left by the larger creatures. In return the larger dinosaurs provide protection against attacks by raptor and pterosaur groups which have been shown to see compys as prey.

Because of their small size, they are used in many experiments and therefore come in many shapes and sizes. Approximately half of the assets on Isla Panadera are feathered, while the other half is leathery hide. This does not seem to affect their social interaction in any way as their packs are often mixed. While deinonychus have been seen in captivity attempting to hunt cohabited compys some level of socializing with the slightly larger v. Sornaensis has been observed.

Because of a rapid maturity rate, these were the first species to naturally reproduce on the island. It is likely that with the release of the species into the wild the number of unidentified assets on the island may grow and diligence will be needed by the asset management and behavioral departments to ensure that unidentified wild-bred compsognathus are captured and tagged.

Experiment types key: (A)Basic Cloning, (B)Behavior, (L)Longevity, (Y)Fertility, (D)Disease Resistance, (F)Body feature, (P)Pigmentation, (S)Strength, (G)Gene stability, (X)Genetic crossbreed, (Z)Intermediate to reviving a new species