Greater Rhea

The largest bird on the American continent The Greater Rhea (Rhea americana) belongs to a group of flightless birds known as ratites it describes the species as a South American ostrich The rhea is not thought to be closely related to the other members of this group, the Ostrich Emu Cassowaries and Kiwis The plumage of the greater rhea is generally greyish-brown, with darker patches on the neck and upper back, and whitish feathers on the thighs and abdomen. During the breeding season, a prominent black ring develops at the base of the neck. The greater rhea’s feathers, not needed for flight, are long and plume-like, and the grey legs are long and powerful, with strong toes, and are adapted for running and for ranging over large distances. Rheas have a deep, resounding call, which resembles the roar of a mammal more than the call of a bird

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