Opisthodactylus patagonicus
Opisthodactylus patagonicus
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="opisthodactylus-patagonicus"></dinofyi-dinosaur>Opisthodactylus patagonicus is an extinct Quaternary bird from Patagonia, Argentina. These fossil birds of uncertain classification contribute to understanding the Pleistocene avifaunal assemblages of southern South America.
Diet & Feeding
Opisthodactylus patagonicus 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 | Argentina |
Quick Facts
| Diet | Carnivore |
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