Astur atricapillus

Astur atricapillus

Astur atricapillus, the American goshawk, is a large accipitrid hawk native to North America with fossil records from the United States. A powerful aerial carnivore reaching 60 cm in length, it hunts medium-sized birds and mammals in dense forests, using its long tail for maneuverable flight through woodland canopies.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Astur atricapillus 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

Địa điểm khám phá United States

Quick Facts

Chế độ ăn Carnivore

Câu hỏi thường gặp

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

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