👉 Mesitornis is a genus of extinct dinosaurs that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, around 68-79 million years ago. They were known for their large size and powerful jaws, which allowed them to climb trees and dig burrows. Some species are considered to be the ancestors of modern birds, including the falcon and hawk. Mesitornis is also associated with a type of dinosaur called the Mesiteoidea, which includes dinosaurs that lived during the Late
