Brachyramphus marmoratus
Brachyramphus marmoratus
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="brachyramphus-marmoratus"></dinofyi-dinosaur>Brachyramphus marmoratus, the marbled murrelet, is an extant alcid with fossil records from North America. This small carnivorous seabird is distinctive for nesting on large moss-covered branches in old-growth forests far from the sea, rather than in cliff colonies. Its unusual nesting behavior and dependence on old-growth timber make it a species of conservation concern.
Diet & Feeding
Brachyramphus marmoratus 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 | United States |
Quick Facts
| Diet | Carnivore |
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