Cassowary

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The cassowary, Casuarius casuarius,
is a large, flightless bird that is native to Australia and New Guinea.

Image: Orphaned [larger view].

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I have a great liking for cassowaries, and I've had good reason to write about them several times. I've also had fun playing with preserved specimens and skeletons - something I must elaborate on at some time.
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Be wary. Yon Cassowary has a lean and hungry look.

By grasshopper (not verified) on 22 Jun 2008 #permalink