Alcedo atthis

Alcedo atthis

species of bird

Physical Description

Measurement Value Human Scale
Weight 4 kg lighter than a human adult

Diet & Feeding

Insectivore

Alcedo atthis 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

Discovery Location Papua New Guinea

Size Comparison

Weighing 4.3 kg, Alcedo atthis was lighter than a human adult.

Quick Facts

Diet Insectivore
Size 4.3kg

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Alcedo atthis eat?
Alcedo atthis was a insectivore.
How big was Alcedo atthis?
Alcedo atthis was weighed around 4.3 kg.
Where were Alcedo atthis fossils found?
Fossils of Alcedo atthis were found in Papua New Guinea.

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