Cnemiornis
Cnemiornis
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="cnemiornis"></dinofyi-dinosaur>An extinct genus of flightless goose from New Zealand, Cnemiornis was a large herbivorous waterfowl that evolved flightlessness in the predator-free island environment. These heavy-bodied geese grazed on New Zealand grasslands and shrublands until their extinction following Polynesian settlement, which brought predators and direct hunting pressure.
Diet & Feeding
Cnemiornis was a plant-eating dinosaur. Herbivores typically fed on ferns, cycads, conifers, and other vegetation available during their era. Many herbivorous dinosaurs developed specialized teeth and digestive systems for processing tough plant material.
Discovery & Naming
| Discovery Location | New Zealand |
Quick Facts
| Diet | Herbivore |
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