Several minutes of footage featured actors in physical animatronic suits portraying the fully matured Sil/Patrick hybrid forms. This footage was largely replaced late in post-production with late-90s computer-generated imagery, which altered the visual aesthetic of the final battle.
Patrick Ross picks up a woman at a nightclub and returns to her apartment. species 2 deleted scenes
When Patrick’s rapidly aged alien offspring begin to hatch, the original footage showcased a horrific, blood-drenched birthing sequence utilizing intricate animatronics. The scene featured explicit shots of alien cocoons bursting from human hosts with intense violence. Several minutes of footage featured actors in physical
| Release | Source Quality | Deleted Scene Availability | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Standard Definition | The gold standard. Includes all four uncut scenes. | | International DVDs | Standard Definition | Watch for regional censorship (some lack "The Transvestite" scene). | | 2016 Scream Factory Blu-ray | 1080p HD (Feature) / SD (Extras) | Often includes the scenes, but in Standard Definition | | 2024 4K UHD | 4K / Standard Definition (Extras) | The best way to see the film itself, but for extras, expect SD. | When Patrick’s rapidly aged alien offspring begin to
Enter the deleted scenes.
The most comprehensive look at these scenes is found on the Shout! Factory Blu-ray , which includes a dedicated "Deleted Scenes" gallery and interviews with the special effects team discussing what was left on the cutting room floor.