Cyrilavis olsoni

Cyrilavis olsoni

†Cyrilavis olsoni is an extinct carnivorous bird recovered from fossil deposits in the United States. A close relative of Cyrilavis colburnorum, it is distinguished by subtle differences in its skeletal proportions. Known from limited material, it adds to the record of early predatory avians in North America.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Cyrilavis olsoni 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

Keşif Yeri United States

Quick Facts

Diyet Carnivore

Sıkça Sorulan Sorular

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

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