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‘Hell chicken’ dinosaur likely ate fruit, not meat

From Popular Science · October 28, 2026
‘Hell chicken’ dinosaur likely ate fruit, not meat

A new study suggests that the dinosaur known as the 'Hell chicken' from the Cretaceous era primarily ate fruit instead of meat. This dinosaur lived in what is now Montana. Understanding the diet of ancient creatures helps scientists learn more about their behavior and the ecosystems they lived in.

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