Thinocorus koepckae

Thinocorus koepckae

Thinocorus koepckae is an extinct seedsnipe from Miocene deposits of Peru, related to the living least seedsnipe. Fossil seedsnipes from Peruvian deposits illuminate the evolutionary history of this South American shorebird family (Thinocoridae).

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Thinocorus koepckae 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

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Thinocorus koepckae eat?
Thinocorus koepckae was a carnivore.
Where were Thinocorus koepckae fossils found?
Fossils of Thinocorus koepckae were found in Peru.

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