Cassowaries

The cassowary is not a raptor; it is a large, flightless bird native to the tropical forests of New Guinea, nearby islands, and northern Australia. Belonging to the family Casuariidae, cassowaries are more closely related to emus and ostriches than to raptors, which are birds of prey like eagles and hawks. Cassowaries are known for their striking appearance, with vibrant blue and black plumage, a helmet-like casque on their heads, and powerful legs. While they can be aggressive if threatened, they are primarily frugivorous, feeding on fruits in their natural habitat.

Southern Cassowary was created in 1758.

The adult cassowary has no natural predators. Its eggs have predators such as lizards and white rats.

The biggest danger to the Cassowary today is introduced species such as domestic and wild dogs. eral pigs destroy their nests and compete with the cassowary for food. The greatest threat comes from Man, who has destroyed much of the cassowary's habitat, and whose cars are also responsible for many cassowary deaths.

The Southern cassowary lives in the rainforests of coastal northern Queensland, Australia, as well as in tropical rainforests of Papua New Guinea, and the Aru and Seram Islands. It is found in Cape York, in the vine forests of Lockerbie and McHenry Uplands, the vine forests of the McIlwraith and Iron Ranges, and in the Wet Tropics, from Big Tableland, south of Cooktown to Paluma, north of Townsville.

The Northern cassowary, or Golden-neck Cassowary, is found in the tropical rainforests of Papua New Guinea and Irian Jaya on the island of New Guinea.

Cassowaries' preferred habitat is rainforest and other dense bushland where they can easily hide, from low-lying swampland forests to high, mountainous forests.

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Cassowaries can run fast, reaching speeds of up to 30 miles per hour, primarily due to their strong, muscular legs and lightweight bodies. Their speed is an evolutionary adaptation that helps them escape predators and navigate quickly through their dense rainforest habitats. Additionally, their long strides and powerful build enable them to cover ground efficiently, making them agile despite their large size. This speed is essential for their survival in the wild.

The cassowary, emu and kiwi are linked because they are all flightless birds. Specifically, they are members of a group of birds called ratites. Other ratites include the ostrich from Africa and the rhea from South America. Ratites have wings but the bones in their chests do not have the capacity for flight muscles, which is what a bird needs to fly.

Because they feel threatened they both are endangered and threatened by HUMANS

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.

The cassowary makes a deep, booming, "thrumming" sound. The frequency can be very low, down to 23 Hertz. At this depth it is almost inaudible to humans who can, on average, hear from 20 to 20000 hertz. It is thought that low frequencies are heard better amidst the dense vegetation of the rainforest.

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They get aggressive when you bother it alot.

The Golden-neck Cassowary, also known as the Northern cassowary, is found in the tropical rainforests of Papua New Guinea and Irian Jaya on the island of New Guinea.

Cassowaries are fast runners, attaining speeds up to 30 miles (48 km) per hr.

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

The cassowary is endangered in Australia, mainly because of habitat degradation, but also because of feral pigs eating their eggs and wild and domestic dogs killing their chicks.

Another reason for declined numbers of cassowaries is that many are being killed by vehicles. Between the combined problem of vehicles and dogs, it is estimated that there may be fewer than 1000 cassowaries left in the wild.

Habitat loss occurs as a result of logging, farming and urban development. Cassowaries do not readily adapt to new habitats, and are particularly prone to stress resulting from displacement.

Unfortunately, as more cassowaries are killed, the gene pool is becoming less diverse, meaning that animals have less well developed immune systems. This in turn increases their vulnerability to diseases.

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No. They are birds. Birds and mammals are separate classes of animal.

Yes. Vertebrates include fish, amphibians, birds, reptiles, mammals, rodents, primates, and marsupials.

Yes, the cassowary has adapted to life in dense rainforests, primarily in New Guinea, surrounding islands, and northern Australia. Its strong legs and large size help it navigate through thick vegetation, while its sharp claws provide defense against predators. Additionally, the cassowary has a unique casque on its head, which may aid in communication and foraging. These adaptations enable the cassowary to thrive in its specific ecological niche.

The cassowary is an omnivorous bird primarily found in tropical rainforests, and its food chain includes various components. It feeds on fruits, seeds, fungi, and small animals, playing a crucial role in seed dispersal. Predators of cassowaries include large carnivorous birds and mammals, while they may compete with other birds for food resources. In its ecosystem, the cassowary contributes to maintaining plant diversity and supports the health of its habitat.

No, cassowaries do not feed their chicks milk. Unlike mammals, cassowaries are birds, and they do not produce milk. Instead, cassowary chicks are fed a diet of fruits, seeds, and small insects, which they find in their natural habitat. The mother cassowary provides protection and guidance to her chicks as they forage for food.