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The genus name of the cassowary is Casuarius.

There are three species of cassowary:

Southern cassowary, or double-wattled cassowary (Casuarius casuarius)

Northern cassowary, or single-wattled cassowary (Casuarius casuarius)

Bennett's cassowary, or dwarf cassowary (Casuarius bennetti)

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Scientific name for a casswary?

Don't you mean cassowary? Well that animal has like 4 scientific names: Casuarius casuarius, Casuarius unappendiculatus, Casuarius bennetti, and Casuarius lydekki.


What are male cassowarys called?

The male cassowary has no particular name. It is simply called a male cassowary.


What are the three types of cassowary?

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What bird's name starts with n and ends with y?

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Is a cassowary an amphibian?

A cassowary is a flightless bird.


Is a cassowary a reptile?

No. The cassowary is a large, flightless bird.


What are female cassowary called?

Female cassowaries are simply referred to as females, just like their male counterparts. In terms of scientific nomenclature, they belong to the species Casuarius, which includes the Southern cassowary (Casuarius casuarius) and the Northern cassowary (Casuarius unappendiculatus). Female cassowaries are typically larger than males and are known for their vibrant coloration and distinctive casque on their heads.


How long is a cassowary's spikes on its feet?

A cassowary does not have spikes: it has claws. The claws on a cassowary's toes are around 12cm long.


Is the cassowary still alive?

Yes. Both the Southern cassowary of Australia and the Northern cassowary, also known as the Golden-neck cassowary, of the island of New Guinea, are alive and well.


When was Dwarf Cassowary created?

Dwarf Cassowary was created in 1857.


When was Northern Cassowary created?

Northern Cassowary was created in 1860.