Colaptes oceanicus

Colaptes oceanicus

An extinct insectivorous woodpecker of the genus Colaptes, Colaptes oceanicus was a member of the flicker lineage once inhabiting an oceanic island. Woodpeckers of this genus probe bark and soil for invertebrates. Its island occurrence and subsequent extinction reflect the vulnerability of insular woodpecker populations to habitat disruption and introduced species.

Diet & Feeding

Insectivore

Colaptes oceanicus primarily fed on insects and other small invertebrates. Insectivorous dinosaurs were typically small-bodied and agile, with adaptations suited for catching small prey.

Quick Facts

النظام الغذائي Insectivore

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What did Colaptes oceanicus eat?
Colaptes oceanicus was a insectivore.

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