The #BuildABetterFakeTheropod hashtag emerged within the scientific and paleo-art communities on social media as a creative response to the persistent use of outdated or biologically impossible dinosaur designs in movies and toys. Users take 'monstrous' depictions of theropods—often characterized by a lack of feathers, 'bunny hands,' and excessive skin-tightening—and reimagine them with modern scientific accuracy. The meme serves as both an educational tool and a humorous critique of pop culture's refusal to embrace the bird-like reality of prehistoric life. It has become a staple for paleo-enthusiasts to showcase their artistic skills while poking fun at the 'awesome bro' dinosaur aesthetic that prioritizes scaly monsters over actual fossil evidence.