Get ready for a prehistoric encounter like no other… Lightning Claw is roaming the WA Museum! Brought to life by the incredible team at Erth Dinosaurs, this life-sized theropod stomps, chomps, and surprises as it roves through the galleries.

Stick around for more dino-fun in the free activity zone and storytime area – perfect for kids, families, and dino-lovers of all ages.

Lightning Claw is the largest known carnivorous theropod in Australia, named after its massive front claws. Fossils were first discovered by opal miners in Lightning Ridge, NSW, in 2005, and included a 25cm claw and parts of the arm, rib, hip and leg. The discovery shifted theories about Aussie dinosaurs, revealing they likely originated here, not from Africa or South America as once believed.

Don’t miss your chance to meet this fearsome Aussie predator in action!

Roving Times 

10am – 10:30am
12pm – 12:30pm
2pm – 2:30pm

ANZAC Day – Friday 25 April (Museum open 1pm-5pm)
1:30pm – 2pm
3pm – 3:30pm