Bathornis veredus
Bathornis veredus
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="bathornis-veredus"></dinofyi-dinosaur>Bathornis veredus is an extinct cariamiform bird from Eocene deposits of North America. This carnivorous cursorial bird is known from fragmentary limb material and represents a robust species within the genus. The name veredus refers to a swift horse, suggesting this bird was recognized as a fast runner that pursued prey across Paleogene plains.
Diet & Feeding
Bathornis veredus 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
| Lieu de découverte | United States |
Quick Facts
| Alimentation | Carnivore |
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