Pelecanus novaezealandiae

Pelecanus novaezealandiae

† Pelecanus novaezealandiae was an extinct seabird (Pelecaniformes or Procellariiformes) from New Zealand. A piscivorous seabird of the Cenozoic, it inhabited the ecosystems of this region. Fossils contribute to understanding the paleontological diversity of this area and time period.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Pelecanus novaezealandiae 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 New Zealand

Quick Facts

Diyet Carnivore

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What did Pelecanus novaezealandiae eat?
Pelecanus novaezealandiae was a carnivore.
Where were Pelecanus novaezealandiae fossils found?
Fossils of Pelecanus novaezealandiae were found in New Zealand.

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