Nautilornis proavitus
Nautilornis proavitus
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="nautilornis-proavitus"></dinofyi-dinosaur>Nautilornis proavitus is an extinct Eocene shorebird from the Green River Formation of North America. A primitive wader, it adds to the knowledge of early Cenozoic Charadriiformes diversity in North American freshwater lake environments.
Diet & Feeding
Nautilornis proavitus 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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