Ionornis martinica
Ionornis martinica
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="ionornis-martinica"></dinofyi-dinosaur>† Ionornis martinica — an extinct purple gallinule relative from the Caribbean. Aquatic omnivore related to extant Porphyrio gallinules. Named for Martinique but possibly from broader Caribbean range. Fossil rails and gallinules from Caribbean deposits record pre-human avian diversity across the i.
Diet & Feeding
Ionornis martinica 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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