Telmabates howardae

Telmabates howardae

Telmabates howardae is a second species of extinct flamingo-relative from the Paleocene of Argentina, adding to the early diversification of the flamingo clade in South America. Together these species document an ancient flamingo lineage predating modern forms.

Diet & Feeding

Herbivore

Telmabates howardae 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 Argentina

Quick Facts

Dieta Herbivore

Preguntas frecuentes

What did Telmabates howardae eat?
Telmabates howardae was a herbivore.
Where were Telmabates howardae fossils found?
Fossils of Telmabates howardae were found in Argentina.

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