From sightings of giant swans to massive flightless birds. Here are the most dangerous large birds in the world. Support our Patreon today:
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Number 7 Mute Swan
Mute swans, named so because they tend to be less vocal than other swan species, are among the largest birds in the world. Their plumage is entirely white and their orange beaks are bordered with black. They also frequently inhabit areas with human presence, such as park ponds and community lakes.
Number 6 Lammergeier
Lammergeiers, also known as bearded vultures, are large birds of prey found in the mountains of Europe, Africa and Asia. Lammergeiers found around the Himalayas tend to be the largest, with wingspans of almost 10 feet and weights of up to 18 pounds. These incredible creatures have been observed living at great altitudes, even up Mount Everest, at 24,600 feet. One way to recognize them is by their heads, which aren’t bald, unlike most vulture species. Lammergeiers have thick, robust necks and powerful legs.
Number 5 Emu
Emus are Australia’s largest birds and the second-tallest birds in the world. Found in various habitats, both inland and on the Australian coast. Their plumage varies according to habitat, thus giving emus a form of natural camouflage. Birds in more arid regions tend to have shades of red in their feathers while those in more humid environment tend to have darker plumage. Like its African counterpart, the ostrich, the emu is easily recognizable by its long neck and legs.
Number 4 Harpy Eagle
Harpy eagles are found in some parts of southern Mexico, in Central and South America, as far south as Argentina. Among the various eagle species, the harpy excels in terms of physical strength. They also own the largest talons out of all eagles. Females, which tend to be larger than males, can weigh more than 20 pounds with wingspans close to 7.5 feet. It’s a truly astonishing feat of strength when considering that the harpy does this in-flight and then flies off without landing.
Number 3 African Crowned Eagle
This large bird of prey is found in southern and sub-Saharan Africa, where it’s known as the ‘leopard of the sky’. At least 90% of its diet consists of mammals, such as deer, antelope or monkeys. It possesses unusually strong legs and large talons. It often preys on animals that weigh up to 65 pounds and is known to lift more than its own body weight in-flight.
Number 2 Cassowary
Cassowaries are native to the tropical forests of New Guinea, northeastern Australia, the Maluku Islands and an Indonesian province called East Nusa Tenggara. There are three cassowary species, of which the Southern cassowary is the most common. It’s identifiable by its bristly dark plumage, its blue face and neck as well as the horn-like brown structure found atop its head. The 16-year-old and his younger brother were trying to get the cassowary off their property.
Number 1 Ostrich
These huge flightless creatures are native to Africa and are the largest birds in the world. Male North African ostriches, the largest subspecies, can weigh up to 340 pounds and close to 9ft in height. Depending on the season, ostriches may be seen as individuals, in pairs, small flocks or large congregations throughout the continent’s savannas. Country singer Johnny Cash used to own an exotic park on his property, where he also kept ostriches. Ostriches are also very fast runners, capable of reaching 45 miles per hour. Ostrich races are still practiced in certain parts of Africa, in which the animals are ridden with special saddles, reins and bits.
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