Hakawai melvillei
Hakawai melvillei
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="hakawai-melvillei"></dinofyi-dinosaur>† Hakawai melvillei — a Mesozoic or Cenozoic from New Zealand taxon. Carnivorous predator. Discovered in New Zealand; contributes to the local paleofaunal record.
Diet & Feeding
Hakawai melvillei 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 | New Zealand |
Quick Facts
| Diet | Carnivore |
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