Larus oregonus
Larus oregonus
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="larus-oregonus"></dinofyi-dinosaur>Megapodius molistructor was a large extinct megapode bird from Quaternary New Caledonia. Megapodes build mound nests using decomposing organic matter for incubation heat, and this extinct species represents the diverse Pacific island megapode fauna lost after human colonization.
Diet & Feeding
Larus oregonus 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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