Perudyptes devriesi
Perudyptes devriesi
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="perudyptes-devriesi"></dinofyi-dinosaur>† Perudyptes devriesi was an extinct penguin (Sphenisciformes) from Peru. A piscivorous seabird, it inhabited southern oceanic waters during the Cenozoic. Fossils illuminate the evolutionary history and geographic dispersal of the penguin lineage.
Diet & Feeding
Perudyptes devriesi 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 | Peru |
Quick Facts
| Diet | Carnivore |
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