Phalacrocorax intermedius

Phalacrocorax intermedius

† Phalacrocorax intermedius was an extinct cormorant (Phalacrocoracidae) from Austria. A piscivorous diving seabird, it inhabited Cenozoic coastal and freshwater environments. Fossil cormorants contribute to understanding the evolution of Suliformes diving seabirds.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Phalacrocorax intermedius 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 Austria

Quick Facts

Diet Carnivore

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Phalacrocorax intermedius eat?
Phalacrocorax intermedius was a carnivore.
Where were Phalacrocorax intermedius fossils found?
Fossils of Phalacrocorax intermedius were found in Austria.

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