Cathartes

Cathartes

genus of birds

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Cathartes 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 Venezuela

Quick Facts

Diet Carnivore

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Cathartes eat?
Cathartes was a carnivore.
Where were Cathartes fossils found?
Fossils of Cathartes were found in Venezuela.

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