Sophiornis quercynus
Sophiornis quercynus
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="sophiornis-quercynus"></dinofyi-dinosaur>Sophiornis quercynus is an extinct pigeon-like bird from Eocene deposits of the Quercy Phosphorites of France. Its fossils are part of the rich assemblage of Eocene birds from the Quercy sites that illuminate early Paleogene avian diversity.
Diet & Feeding
Sophiornis quercynus 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 | France |
Quick Facts
| Diet | Carnivore |
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