Coua primaeva
Coua primaeva
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="coua-primaeva"></dinofyi-dinosaur>Coua primaeva is an extinct coua (Cuculidae) from Quaternary subfossil deposits of Madagascar, one of the largest couas yet described. A terrestrial insectivore and omnivore, it exploited the forest floor of Madagascar's dry western forests for invertebrates, small reptiles, and fruit. Its species name primaeva ('primeval') reflects its geological antiquity relative to living coua species. It disappeared following the arrival of humans and associated habitat modification.
Diet & Feeding
Coua primaeva primarily fed on insects and other small invertebrates. Insectivorous dinosaurs were typically small-bodied and agile, with adaptations suited for catching small prey.
Discovery & Naming
| Fundort | Madagascar |
Quick Facts
| Ernährung | Insectivore |
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