Strix brevis

Strix brevis

Strix brevis is an extinct owl from Miocene deposits of Hungary, contributing to the fossil record of the large owl family Strigidae in central Europe. Fossil owls from European Miocene sites document the long evolutionary history of nocturnal raptors.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore

Strix brevis 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

发现地点 Hungary

Quick Facts

食性 Carnivore

常见问题

What did Strix brevis eat?
Strix brevis was a carnivore.
Where were Strix brevis fossils found?
Fossils of Strix brevis were found in Hungary.

Explore More

Explore the Natural World

Discover more across the Nature FYI family