Harpia harpyja

Harpia harpyja

species of eagle

Physical Description

Measurement Value Human Scale
Weight 8 kg lighter than a human adult

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Harpia harpyja 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 Mexico

Size Comparison

Weighing 7.5 kg, Harpia harpyja was lighter than a human adult.

Quick Facts

Diet Carnivore
Size 7.5kg

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Harpia harpyja eat?
Harpia harpyja was a carnivore.
How big was Harpia harpyja?
Harpia harpyja was weighed around 7.5 kg.
Where were Harpia harpyja fossils found?
Fossils of Harpia harpyja were found in Mexico.

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