Author: Albert

If you ever find yourself walking through the grasslands and tropical forests of New Guinea and its neighboring islands, you might have a chance at catching sight of the star of our show today, the cassowary bird.  Another thing that will stand right out with these curious birds is their wonderful size!  A mixture of their tall body, and their incredible size is what makes them so and today, we are going to take an in-depth look at the size of cassowaries.  So without further ado, let us get right into it. Cassowary Length Cassowaries don’t wear the crown of…

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I always think that what if humans and dinosaurs existed at the same time, how powerful those dinosaurs have been… We are lucky enough to not share our space with them, but cassowary’s feet and their power truly resemble the evidence of dinosaurs. And In this article, I’ve explained the size of a cassowary’s feet, whether they are deadly enough to kill people, and other interesting questions related to cassowaries.  Let’s explore it in depth. Cassowary Feet Size The unusual flightless bird species known as cassowaries are overall shy birds. The females are larger and brighter than the males, hence…

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My first impression of an emu is that it will be little and have a cute appearance just from hearing the name. But the reality is emus are the second-tallest bird after ostrich with an average height in males being about 148.5 cm and females being about 156.8 cm Whenever we want to determine the size of anything we usually consider two factors height and weight. Similarly to acknowledge the emu’s size we will be looking for their height and weight. Emus are the second tallest with their height being measured from bill to the tail while considering their weight…

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Eclectus bird is a stunning bright-colored bird that is a very popular pet option, not only for its aesthetic potential but also because they are pretty calm and docile in nature, and thus makes pretty good pets, even for beginners.  Male Eclectus parrots are almost fully bright and vibrant green, while female Eclectus parrots sport a magnificent stunning red.  As they are such well-loved pets, maybe you would have been considering getting one yourself or you’re just curious about all the expenses that go into maintaining such a brilliant bird.  Well today, we are going to go into all the…

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If you are a bird lover, it is highly likely that you’re fond of the parrot family. Charming and intelligent, and often a treat for their eyes, they are well sought after as pets.  If you are one of the people that wish to bring a parrot of your own, one deterrent might be the costs associated with them.  Not only do they have high costs to acquire them, and also relatively one-time costs like cages, toys, playgrounds, etc but their monthly expenses must also be taken into consideration.  But fret not, there are still some flying friends for you…

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Cockatiels are the second most popular bird in captivity right after its cousin the budgie. It is endemic to Australia but is well-loved all over the globe for its highly intelligent, affectionate, and playful personality.  While the appearance of a usual cockatoo is in itself adorable, there is an even more curious cousin in the family called the Albino Cockatiel. The species name is misleading since it is not really albino and is in fact a combination of two other mutated species – the White-Faced Cockatiel and the Lutino Cockatiel.  This interesting combination is what gives the bird its unique…

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But when deciding on a pet, what we all wish is for a companion who will stay with us long.  And cockatoos are notorious for their extended lifespan though, of course, this can change with species.  So today we are going to be looking at different cockatoos and their lifespans, factors that affect their lifespan as well as answer some other burning questions along the way. Let’s get into it!  List Of Cockatoos Lifespan Cockatoos Lifespan in Wild Lifespan in Captivity Cockatiels 10 – 15 years 20-25 years Goffin’s Cockatoo 25 – 50 years Maximum 65 years Galah Cockatoo 20…

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Ostriches are fascinating creatures, with long necks and feet, and incredible physical feats they are capable of, despite their flightlessness.  The largest of all birds and the fastest of all land animals, they have quite a few superlatives hidden in their wings.  They also have the largest eye of any land animal, measuring about 2 inches across in diameter.  Holding the ‘largest bird in the world title is not easy work, and we must applaud them for being as quick as they are despite their massive size.  But what is Ostrich’s size? How are they measured?  Are these numbers subject…

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Ostriches are the largest living bird in the world, and one of the most fascinating creatures to learn about.  Of their long and huge appearance, something that definitely stands out from other birds are their long strong legs.  They have the largest tarsus of all living birds and quite a bit of muscle in the tarsus region which gives them great strength and mobility.  Awkward as they are with their long and lanky appearance, they have one of the most effective defense mechanisms that are simultaneously fascinating and brutal.  So today, we are going to look at everything to do…

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Ostriches are the most giant living birds in the world, boasting a plethora of physical capabilities that are highly impressive.  Seeing how large they are, it is no surprise to us that they lay large eggs – the largest of any living bird in the world!  Ostrich eggs are a wonder to look at if you have ever had the pleasure of viewing one directly or even eating it.  That’s right, some people enjoy a good healthy (huge) ostrich egg meal once in a while.  So today we will have an in-depth look at ostrich egg size: comparisons to other…

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