Tonsala

Tonsala

Tonsala is an extinct bird from the Miocene of the United States, assigned to an extinct near-passerine or passerine lineage. Its fossils contribute to the record of Miocene land birds from North America during the Cenozoic avian radiation.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Tonsala 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 United States

Quick Facts

Diet Carnivore

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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