Contopus virens
Contopus virens
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="contopus-virens"></dinofyi-dinosaur>species of bird
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Human Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Peso | 2 kg | lighter than a human adult |
Diet & Feeding
Herbivore
Contopus virens 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
| Lugar de descubrimiento | United States |
Size Comparison
Weighing 1,8 kg, Contopus virens was lighter than a human adult.
Quick Facts
| Dieta | Herbivore |
| Tamaño | 1.8kg |
Preguntas frecuentes
What did Contopus virens eat?
Contopus virens was a herbivore.
How big was Contopus virens?
Contopus virens was weighed around 1.8 kg.
Where were Contopus virens fossils found?
Fossils of Contopus virens were found in United States.
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