Petrochelidon nigricans

Petrochelidon nigricans

species of bird

Physical Description

Measurement Value Human Scale
Weight 14 kg lighter than a human adult

Diet & Feeding

Insectivore

Petrochelidon nigricans primarily fed on insects and other small invertebrates. Insectivorous dinosaurs were typically small-bodied and agile, with adaptations suited for catching small prey.

Discovery & Naming

Discovery Location Australia

Size Comparison

Weighing 14.3 kg, Petrochelidon nigricans was lighter than a human adult.

Quick Facts

Diet Insectivore
Size 14.3kg

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Petrochelidon nigricans eat?
Petrochelidon nigricans was a insectivore.
How big was Petrochelidon nigricans?
Petrochelidon nigricans was weighed around 14.3 kg.
Where were Petrochelidon nigricans fossils found?
Fossils of Petrochelidon nigricans were found in Australia.

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