Synthliboramphus rineyi

Synthliboramphus rineyi

Synthliboramphus rineyi is an extinct murrelet from the Pliocene of California, related to the living Craveri's and ancient murrelets. Fossil alcids from California document the rich Pliocene seabird diversity of the eastern Pacific Ocean.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Synthliboramphus rineyi 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

Fundort United States

Quick Facts

Ernährung Carnivore

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What did Synthliboramphus rineyi eat?
Synthliboramphus rineyi was a carnivore.
Where were Synthliboramphus rineyi fossils found?
Fossils of Synthliboramphus rineyi were found in United States.

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