Thomasococcyx philohippus

Thomasococcyx philohippus

Thomasococcyx philohippus is an extinct cuckoo-like bird from Eocene deposits of the United States, assigned to an extinct early cuckoo lineage. These Eocene fossils document the early diversification of the Cuculidae in the Western Hemisphere.

Diet & Feeding

Insectivore

Thomasococcyx philohippus primarily fed on insects and other small invertebrates. Insectivorous dinosaurs were typically small-bodied and agile, with adaptations suited for catching small prey.

Discovery & Naming

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Quick Facts

อาหาร Insectivore

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What did Thomasococcyx philohippus eat?
Thomasococcyx philohippus was a insectivore.
Where were Thomasococcyx philohippus fossils found?
Fossils of Thomasococcyx philohippus were found in United States.

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