Phoenicopterus copei

Phoenicopterus copei

† Phoenicopterus copei was an extinct flamingo relative (Phoenicopteriformes) from United States. A filter-feeding wading bird, it inhabited Cenozoic lacustrine and coastal wetlands. Its fossils document the early diversification of flamingo-related lineages across multiple continents.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Phoenicopterus copei 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 Phoenicopterus copei eat?
Phoenicopterus copei was a carnivore.
Where were Phoenicopterus copei fossils found?
Fossils of Phoenicopterus copei were found in United States.

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