Velociraptors Come to Life at Universal Studios Hollywood Forget about swimming with sharks. There is nothing more thrilling than petting a carnivorous dinosaur. You will be able to do just that at Universal Studios Hollywood’s Raptor Encounter! Tipping the scales at a hefty 750 pounds, towering 15 feet in height and 13 feet from tail to snout, the aggressive Cretaceous-era dinosaurs will each succumb to highly skilled handlers who adeptly guide them to within feet of guests in a specially themed area of the park, located adjacent to “Jurassic Park—The Ride.” Watch this video and imagine yourself facing one of the most memorable movie villains.