Harpagornis

Harpagornis

† Harpagornis — an extinct avian from New Zealand from the Mesozoic or Cenozoic era. Carnivorous predator. Discovered in New Zealand; contributes to the local paleofaunal record.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Harpagornis was a meat-eating predator. Carnivorous dinosaurs were active hunters or scavengers, equipped with sharp teeth and claws for catching and consuming prey. They occupied the top of the food chain in their ecosystems.

Discovery & Naming

موقع الاكتشاف New Zealand

Quick Facts

النظام الغذائي Carnivore

الأسئلة الشائعة

What did Harpagornis eat?
Harpagornis was a carnivore.
Where were Harpagornis fossils found?
Fossils of Harpagornis were found in New Zealand.

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