It’s not just any bird that strikes fear into the heart of Aussies. The cassowary is one of the world’s largest birds, and it looks like a relic from another geologic era. It’s as tall as a ...

The cassowary is proof that nature always has a ... Casque: A spongy, helmet-like crest atop their head, made of keratin (like human nails), possibly used for thermal regulation or navigating ...

But a cassowary is not your regular garden bird ... That is, he tucks his head down low, inflates his neck, and makes a series of low booming noises. As he does this, his feathers puff up.

It's said that cassowaries are timid and typically difficult to spot. There aren't very many birds around the world that humans are afraid of but Cassowary stands out. Known as the "world's most ...

When he fell, he was attacked,” Taylor said. A cassowary, with the characteristic jet black body and distinctive bright blue neck and head feathers, could be seen on the property Saturday.

The cassowary is often called the world’s most dangerous bird due to its aggressive nature and powerful attacks. Native to Australia and New Guinea, cassowaries are large, flightless birds known ...