Larus occidentalis

Larus occidentalis

† Megapnosaurus kayentakatae was a species of early theropod from the Early Jurassic Kayenta Formation of Arizona. Related to Coelophysis, this small carnivore provides evidence for close faunal connections between North America and Africa during the Early Jurassic.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Larus occidentalis 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

Место открытия United States

Quick Facts

Питание Carnivore

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

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