Wilaru tedfordi

Wilaru tedfordi

Wilaru tedfordi is a second species of the extinct dromornithid Wilaru from Australia, slightly differing in size from W. prideauxi. Dromornithids were the largest birds in Australian Cenozoic ecosystems and went extinct in the Pleistocene.

Diet & Feeding

Herbivore

Wilaru tedfordi 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 Australia

Quick Facts

Diet Herbivore

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Wilaru tedfordi eat?
Wilaru tedfordi was a herbivore.
Where were Wilaru tedfordi fossils found?
Fossils of Wilaru tedfordi were found in Australia.

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