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The dwarf cassowary (Casuarius bennetti), also known as Bennett's cassowary, little cassowary, mountain cassowary or muruk, is the smallest of the three extant species of cassowaries.
A huge flightless bird of hill and montane forest; occasionally in lowland rainforest, especially where other cassowary species are absent. The smallest member of the family. Plumage loose and black in adults, brown in juveniles.
4 de mar. de 2020 · Dwarf Cassowary (Casuarius bennetti), version 1.0. In Birds of the World (J. del Hoyo, A. Elliott, J. Sargatal, D. A. Christie, and E. de Juana, Editors).
The dwarf cassowary, scientifically known as Casuarius bennetti, is the smallest of the three extant cassowary species. This flightless bird is adorned with stiff black plumage, a distinctive low triangular casque atop its head, and a blue neck graced with pink cheeks and red skin patches.
Learn about the smallest and most widespread of the cassowary species, native to New Guinea and nearby islands. Find out its appearance, behavior, diet, mating habits, population status and conservation issues.
Dwarf cassowaries are the smallest of the cassowaries ( Casuariidae ). They stand about 99 to 135 cm (39 to 53 in) tall when measured to the top of the head and weigh around 18 kg (39 lb). Their plumage is black and coarse, while their feathers are similar to drooping bristles.
12 de jul. de 2023 · Learn about the Dwarf Cassowary, the smallest and least known of the three cassowary species, native to New Guinea, New Britain and Yapen Island. Find out its taxonomy, appearance, diet, behavior, population status and threats.
