Pelecanus occidentalis

Pelecanus occidentalis

species of bird

Physical Description

Measurement Value Human Scale
Weight 4 kg lighter than a human adult

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Pelecanus occidentalis 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

Size Comparison

Weighing 3.7 kg, Pelecanus occidentalis was lighter than a human adult.

Quick Facts

Diet Carnivore
Size 3.7kg

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Pelecanus occidentalis eat?
Pelecanus occidentalis was a carnivore.
How big was Pelecanus occidentalis?
Pelecanus occidentalis was weighed around 3.7 kg.
Where were Pelecanus occidentalis fossils found?
Fossils of Pelecanus occidentalis were found in United States.

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