Eocypselidae

Eocypselidae

† Eocypselidae — an extinct family of Eocene swift relatives from North America. Small insectivorous aerial birds with long, narrow wings adapted for high-speed flight. Represents early swift evolution in North America. The family likely went extinct during Oligocene climate changes.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Eocypselidae 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

Lokasi Penemuan United States

Quick Facts

Diet Carnivore

Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan

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

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