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Emu

Dromaius novaehollandiae

Description:

Emus are large birds. The largest can reach up to 150–190 cm (59–75 in) in height, 1–1.3 m (3.3–4.3 ft) at the shoulder. They have long neck and legs, small vestigial wings, the wing chord measuring around 20 cm (7.9 in) long, and have a small claw at the tip of the wing.

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6 Comments

Christiane
Christiane 11 years ago

An AUSSIE in Puerto Rico.. Great shot.. :)

gatorfellows
gatorfellows 11 years ago

A smile to make my day Thanks :)

Seema
Seema 11 years ago

happy face..

YukoChartraw
YukoChartraw 11 years ago

Say "cheese"!

Telse
Telse 11 years ago

Look @ those eyes! Sweet!

Maria dB
Maria dB 11 years ago

Interesting series but I'm surprised to see an emu in Puerto Rico! Where was this spotting?

TaniaSaís
Spotted by
TaniaSaís

Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico

Spotted on Jan 31, 2013
Submitted on Jan 31, 2013

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