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Southern Cassowary
Scientific Name
Casuarius casuarius Family Casuriidae Range Generally uncommon. Coastal regions of North Queensland Habitat Rainforests and closed wet sclerophyll eucalypt forests near streams.
Description
Large bird 1.5 to 1.8 metres in height. Bony helmet can reach 17cm in height. Can be aggressive if provoked. Nests Nest is collection of leaves at a base of a tree. Lays a clutch of 3 to 5 pale green granulated eggs. Breeds August to February. References Pizzey, G. & Knight, F. (1998). Field Guide to the Birds of Australia. Harper Collins Publishers, Sydney.   |
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