Actiornis anglicus

Actiornis anglicus

Actiornis anglicus is an extinct shorebird-like bird from the Late Eocene (~40 Ma) of England. Known from fragmentary material from the London Clay Formation, it was described in the 19th century. Its systematic placement has been debated, with affinities suggested with various charadriiform and gruiform lineages.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Actiornis anglicus 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.

Quick Facts

食性 Carnivore

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What did Actiornis anglicus eat?
Actiornis anglicus was a carnivore.

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