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SOUTHERN CASOWWARY

SOUTHERN CASOWWARY

CASUARIUS

Only come out to look for food during early morning and late evening. They defend themselves by kicking. The sharp claws on the tows can cause serious wound or can even be fatal. Females bird lay light green eggs on the ground.

SOUTHERN CASOWWARY

CASUARIUS

Only come out to look for food during early morning and late evening. They defend themselves by kicking. The sharp claws on the tows can cause serious wound or can even be fatal. Females bird lay light green eggs on the ground.


Distribution:
Papua New Guinea and parts of mainland Australia.


Habitat:

Tropical Rainforest and near forest edge.
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Diet: 

Seeds, fruits, green plants and small animals.