Palaeospiza bella

Palaeospiza bella

† Palaeospiza bella was an extinct small passerine bird from the Eocene of the United States. An omnivore with a sparrow-like bill, it inhabited North American forests. Fossils from the Green River Formation provide rare evidence of early New World passerine diversity.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivore

Palaeospiza bella 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 United States

Quick Facts

Diyet Omnivore

Sıkça Sorulan Sorular

What did Palaeospiza bella eat?
Palaeospiza bella was a omnivore.
Where were Palaeospiza bella fossils found?
Fossils of Palaeospiza bella were found in United States.

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