Anhinga walterbolesi

Anhinga walterbolesi

†Anhinga walterbolesi was an extinct darter bird from Neogene Australia, named in honor of palaeontologist Walter Boles. A specialised freshwater piscivore, it shared the long neck and lanceolate bill characteristic of all darter birds. Its discovery extended the known temporal range of Anhingidae in Australia, informing reconstructions of Cenozoic avifaunal change.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Anhinga walterbolesi 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

Discovery Location Australia

Quick Facts

Diet Carnivore

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Anhinga walterbolesi eat?
Anhinga walterbolesi was a carnivore.
Where were Anhinga walterbolesi fossils found?
Fossils of Anhinga walterbolesi were found in Australia.

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