Palaeoborus umbrosus
Palaeoborus umbrosus
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="palaeoborus-umbrosus"></dinofyi-dinosaur>† Palaeoborus umbrosus was an extinct falcon relative (Falconiformes) from the United States. A Miocene carnivore occupying forest and scrubland niches across North America, it may have partitioned ecological niches alongside its congener Palaeoborus rosatus.
Diet & Feeding
Palaeoborus umbrosus 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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