Sayornis

Sayornis

genus of birds in the tyrant-flycatcher family

Diet & Feeding

Herbivore

Sayornis was a plant-eating dinosaur. Herbivores typically fed on ferns, cycads, conifers, and other vegetation available during their era. Many herbivorous dinosaurs developed specialized teeth and digestive systems for processing tough plant material.

Discovery & Naming

Discovery Location United States

Quick Facts

Diet Herbivore

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Sayornis eat?
Sayornis was a herbivore.
Where were Sayornis fossils found?
Fossils of Sayornis were found in United States.

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