Bird
Southern Cassowary
The world's most dangerous bird
Family Casuariidae
Casuariidae is a taxonomic family in the order Casuariiformes, class Aves. Global Animal Guide profiles 2 of its members: Southern Cassowary and Emu. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Casuariidae species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Cassowary Casuarius casuarius | 60 kg | 1.8 m | 50 km/h | 40 yrs | Oceania | Least Concern |
| Emu Dromaius novaehollandiae | 40 kg | 1.9 m | 50 km/h | 20 yrs | Oceania | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
Profiles
Bird
Emu
Australia's flightless giant