Dwarf Cassowary
Photo: Gaurav Nalkur · CC BY-SA 3.0
Bird

Dwarf Cassowary Facts

Casuarius bennetti

BirdHerbivore
Diet
The species feeds mainly on fallen fruits or fruits that they pluck from shrubs, and small animals and insects.
Lifespan
Up to 26 years (maximum recorded longevity)

Dwarf Cassowary Facts at a Glance

It belongs to the family Casuariidae in the order Casuariiformes. This profile is designed as a concise starting point; the source names below document the review basis.

What Do Dwarf Cassowaries Eat?

Dwarf Cassowaries have a herbivore diet that includes The species feeds mainly on fallen fruits or fruits that they pluck from shrubs, and small animals and insects.. The food available in their environment shapes how they find, hunt, forage for, or receive meals.

Dwarf Cassowary Conservation Status

Dwarf Cassowary is listed here as Least Concern. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.

Quick facts

Diet
Herbivore
Lifespan
Up to 26 years (maximum recorded longevity)
Weight
34,999.99 g

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