Morus avitus

Morus avitus

Morus avitus is an extinct North American sulid (Sulidae) from Neogene deposits. A gannet-like piscivore, it documents the fossil history of the booby-gannet family in western Atlantic coastal and oceanic ecosystems.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Morus avitus 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

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Morus avitus eat?
Morus avitus was a carnivore.
Where were Morus avitus fossils found?
Fossils of Morus avitus were found in United States.

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