Taphophoyx hodgei
Taphophoyx hodgei
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="taphophoyx-hodgei"></dinofyi-dinosaur>Taphophoyx hodgei is an extinct large wading bird from Miocene deposits of the United States, assigned to an extinct heron-like lineage. This large avian predator inhabited ancient freshwater or coastal wetland environments during the North American Miocene.
Diet & Feeding
Taphophoyx hodgei was a fish-eating dinosaur. Piscivores typically lived near water sources and had specialized adaptations such as elongated snouts and conical teeth for catching fish.
Discovery & Naming
| Keşif Yeri | United States |
Quick Facts
| Diyet | Piscivore |
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