Neophrontops vallecitoensis

Neophrontops vallecitoensis

Neophrontops vallecitoensis is an extinct Pliocene accipitrid from California's Anza-Borrego Desert. One of several Neophrontops species, it scavenged carcasses in warm Pliocene North American open habitats.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Neophrontops vallecitoensis 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 Neophrontops vallecitoensis eat?
Neophrontops vallecitoensis was a carnivore.
Where were Neophrontops vallecitoensis fossils found?
Fossils of Neophrontops vallecitoensis were found in United States.

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