Kagu

Rhynochetos jubatus

Endangered

The Kagu is a pale, flightless forest bird found only on New Caledonia. It uses a raised crest, patterned wings, and loud duetting calls, and it feeds on invertebrates on the forest floor. Predation by introduced animals and habitat pressure make it Endangered.

Family: Rhynochetidae
Group: Kagu
Range: Kagu Range — Humid forests of New Caledonia
Population: ≈ 250-999

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