Vanellus madagascariensis
Vanellus madagascariensis
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="vanellus-madagascariensis"></dinofyi-dinosaur>Vanellus madagascariensis is an extinct lapwing from Madagascar, related to the living African wattled lapwing. Its extinction following human colonization of Madagascar adds to the long list of birds lost from this biodiverse island.
Diet & Feeding
Vanellus madagascariensis 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 | Madagascar |
Quick Facts
| Ernährung | Carnivore |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
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