Megapaloelodus connectens
Megapaloelodus connectens
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="megapaloelodus-connectens"></dinofyi-dinosaur>† Opisthodactylus kirchneri was a second dromaeosaurid from the Late Cretaceous of Argentina. Along with its congener, it documents the diversification of South American dromaeosaurids, which included both Gondwanan endemics and forms with North American affinities.
Diet & Feeding
Megapaloelodus connectens 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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