Corvus frugilegus

Corvus frugilegus

Fossil material of the rook Corvus frugilegus from Portugal documents the Quaternary presence of this colonial omnivorous crow in the Iberian Peninsula. Rooks are widespread Eurasian corvids known for building large colonial nests (rookeries) in tall trees. Portuguese Pleistocene fossil records contribute to understanding the paleoecology and historical distribution of corvids across Atlantic Europe.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivore

Corvus frugilegus had a varied diet that included both plants and animals. Omnivorous dinosaurs were versatile feeders, able to exploit multiple food sources, which gave them an advantage in changing environments.

Discovery & Naming

Keşif Yeri Portugal

Quick Facts

Diyet Omnivore

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What did Corvus frugilegus eat?
Corvus frugilegus was a omnivore.
Where were Corvus frugilegus fossils found?
Fossils of Corvus frugilegus were found in Portugal.

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