The maximum speed it is able to reach is 50km/h (31mph). These birds usually live 40 - 60 years. Cassowary is a bird that usually lives in wet tropical forests. It has a feathers skin type. It has 1.5m - 2m (59in - 79in) wing span. The diet is omnivore. The average weight is 25kg - 58.5kg (55lbs - 129lbs).
Facts about cassowarys
Name | Cassowary |
Conservation Status | Vulnerable |
Wing Span | 1.5m - 2m (59in - 79in) |
Main Prey | Insects, grass, fungi |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Average Clutch Size | 5 |
Phylum | Chordata |
Size (H) | 1.5m - 2m (59in - 79in) |
Scientific Name | Casuarius |
Genus | Casuarius |
Predators | Dingo, crocodile, humans |
Type | Bird |
Top Speed | 50km/h (31mph) |
Family | Casuariidae |
Order | Casuariiformes |
Habitat | Wet tropical forests |
Colour | Blue, yellow, black, tan |
Diet | Omnivore |
Weight | 25kg - 58.5kg (55lbs - 129lbs) |
Distinctive Features | Sharp claws and horn-like crest |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Life Span | 40 - 60 years |
Class | Aves |
Skin Type | Feathers |