Neotis denhami

Neotis denhami

Neotis denhami is Denham's bustard (Otididae), a living large African bird with Quaternary fossil records from Egypt. A sexually dimorphic grassland bird weighing up to 18 kg, males perform spectacular courtship displays.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Neotis denhami 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 Egypt

Quick Facts

Diet Carnivore

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Neotis denhami eat?
Neotis denhami was a carnivore.
Where were Neotis denhami fossils found?
Fossils of Neotis denhami were found in Egypt.

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