👉 Haleciidae is a family of extinct birds that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, around 85 million years ago. The family includes several genera and species, including the Haleiaceae (halei), which are known for their distinctive beak-like structure and specialized digestive systems. The Haleiaceae were one of the most important groups in the fossil record due to their extensive body size, complex anatomy, and ability to produce a wide range of foods from
