Empheresula arvernensis

Empheresula arvernensis

† Empheresula arvernensis — an extinct Eocene bird from France. Named for the Auvergne region (Arverni). Small carnivorous bird; affinities uncertain. Known from fragmentary specimens recovered from Quercy phosphorites, a rich Paleogene avian fossil locality.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Empheresula arvernensis 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 France

Quick Facts

Diyet Carnivore

Sıkça Sorulan Sorular

What did Empheresula arvernensis eat?
Empheresula arvernensis was a carnivore.
Where were Empheresula arvernensis fossils found?
Fossils of Empheresula arvernensis were found in France.

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