Lullula

Lullula

Messelasturidae is an extinct family of small to medium predatory birds from the Eocene of Europe. Known mainly from the exceptional Messel preservation, these birds had strong talons and hooked beaks, occupying small vertebrate predator niches in early Cenozoic ecosystems.

Diet & Feeding

Insectivore

Lullula primarily fed on insects and other small invertebrates. Insectivorous dinosaurs were typically small-bodied and agile, with adaptations suited for catching small prey.

Discovery & Naming

Discovery Location Bulgaria

Quick Facts

Diet Insectivore

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Lullula eat?
Lullula was a insectivore.
Where were Lullula fossils found?
Fossils of Lullula were found in Bulgaria.

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