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Casuariiformes Collection

Casuariiformes, also known as the brown tall birds

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Southern cassowary (Casuarius casuarius), adult male with chicks keeping a wary eye

Southern cassowary (Casuarius casuarius), adult male with chicks keeping a wary eye on the photographer. Near Bloomfield, north Queensland, Australia, September

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Emu, Dromaius novaehollandiae, brown tall bird

Emu, Dromaius novaehollandiae, brown tall bird

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Emu by Gambier Bolton

Emu by Gambier Bolton
Emu photogrpaph by Gambier Bolton, F Zs 354, held at The Natural History Museum at Tring

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Dromaius novaehollandiae, emu

Dromaius novaehollandiae, emu
Drawing No. 67, watercolour by George Raper (1792) from The Raper Collection

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) juvenile, Cleland Wildlife Park, South Australia, March

Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) juvenile, Cleland Wildlife Park, South Australia, March. Captive

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) chicks among flowers, Victoria, Australia

Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) chicks among flowers, Victoria, Australia

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Northern cassowary by JG Keulemans

Northern cassowary by JG Keulemans
Hand-coloured lithograph of cassowary head by JG Keulemans (c. 1898), based on the live animals at Walter Rothschilds Museum at Tring

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Southern cassowary (Casuarius casuarius) Bali Bird Park, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia

Southern cassowary (Casuarius casuarius) Bali Bird Park, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia. Captive

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) juvenile with beak open to catch a leaf, Cleland Wildlife Park

Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) juvenile with beak open to catch a leaf, Cleland Wildlife Park, South Australia, March. Captive

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) in rain head portrait. Victoria, Australia. August

Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) in rain head portrait. Victoria, Australia. August. Captive and in controlled conditions

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Southern cassowary (Casuarius casuarius) walking on beach, Etty Bay, Queensland, Australia

Southern cassowary (Casuarius casuarius) walking on beach, Etty Bay, Queensland, Australia

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) drinking at freshwater pool, Biloela, Queensland, Australia

Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) drinking at freshwater pool, Biloela, Queensland, Australia

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae)head portrait in rain. Wildlife Wonders, Apollo Bay

Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae)head portrait in rain. Wildlife Wonders, Apollo Bay, Victoria, Australia. August 2021. Taken in captivity (open wildlife sanctuary)

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: An Emu at London Zoo in September 1927 (b / w photo)

An Emu at London Zoo in September 1927 (b / w photo)
3601567 An Emu at London Zoo in September 1927 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Bennetts Cassowary (Casuarius bennetti), c. 1851-76 (w / c & pencil on paper)

Bennetts Cassowary (Casuarius bennetti), c. 1851-76 (w / c & pencil on paper)
780836 Bennetts Cassowary (Casuarius bennetti), c.1851-76 (w/c & pencil on paper) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; German, out of copyright

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: A Southern Cassowary at London Zoo, June 1925 (b / w photo)

A Southern Cassowary at London Zoo, June 1925 (b / w photo)
3086212 A Southern Cassowary at London Zoo, June 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info)

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Southern cassowary (Casuarius casuarius), female, walking through rainforest

Southern cassowary (Casuarius casuarius), female, walking through rainforest, Daintree lowlands, September

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Portrait of Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae). Kangaroo Island, South Australia

Portrait of Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae). Kangaroo Island, South Australia, Australia

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Dwarf cassowary by JG Keulemans

Dwarf cassowary by JG Keulemans
Hand-coloured lithograph of cassowary head by JG Keulemans (c. 1898), based on the live animals at Walter Rothschilds Museum at Tring

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Emu, rheas and kangaroos at Tring Park

Emu, rheas and kangaroos at Tring Park
Live animals collected by Walter Rothschild in the grounds of Tring Park, with keeper Mr Marcham, 1890 Date: 1890

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Southern cassowary by JG Keulemans

Southern cassowary by JG Keulemans
Hand-coloured lithograph of cassowary head by JG Keulemans (c. 1898), based on the live animals at Walter Rothschilds Museum at Tring

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Bone knife from Papua New Guinea

Bone knife from Papua New Guinea
Traditional bone knife of unknown age, from Sepik Highlands of Papua New Guinea. Made from tibiotarsus of Cassowary Casuarius sp

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Emu egg

Emu egg
Fresh emu eggs are a dark turquoise colour, which fades over time if they are preserved

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Barringtonia calyptrata, mango pine tree

Barringtonia calyptrata, mango pine tree
Finished watercolour by Fred Polydore Nodder from an original outine drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Emu and rheas at Tring Park

Emu and rheas at Tring Park
Rheas from South America and Emus from Australia are examples of the flightless ratite birds kept by Walter Rothschild at Tring Park

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Northern cassowary by JG Keulemans

Northern cassowary by JG Keulemans
Hand-coloured lithograph of cassowary head by JG Keulemans (c. 1898), based on the live animals at Walter Rothschilds Museum at Tring

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Close-up of a male emu standing near eggs

Close-up of a male emu standing near eggs
Zoology: Birds - Casuariiformes. Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae). Male emu supervises brood. Art work

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Dwarf cassowary (Casuarius bennetti), Engraving by John Gould

Dwarf cassowary (Casuarius bennetti), Engraving by John Gould
Zoology - Birds - Casuariiformes - Dwarf cassowary (Casuarius bennetti). Engraving by John Gould

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Southern Cassowary, Casurius casuarius, Cassowary, side view

Southern Cassowary, Casurius casuarius, Cassowary, side view

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: The plains of New South Wales, with characteristic animals

The plains of New South Wales, with characteristic animals
Plate 12 from Alfred Russel Wallaces The Geographical Distribution of Animals, (1876)

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Casuarius bennetti, dwarf cassowary

Casuarius bennetti, dwarf cassowary
Watercolour by John Keulemans, (c. 1900) commissioned by Lord Rothschild and drawn from a live specimen at his menagerie at Tring, Hertfordshire

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Cassowary Head

Cassowary Head
Illustrattion of a Cassowary Head by John Keulemans (1842-1912)

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: John Thomas Tunney (1871-1929)

John Thomas Tunney (1871-1929)
Photograph of the late J.T. Tunney from The Emu, Volume 38, 1954, Plate 39. Tunney was an ornithologist who in 1902-1903 collected specimens for Lord Rothschild

Background imageCasuariiformes Collection: Casuarius unappendiculatus, northern cassowary

Casuarius unappendiculatus, northern cassowary
Watercolour by Henrik Gr� ld (1915). This large flightless bird is native to New Guinea and Australia


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Casuariiformes, also known as the brown tall birds, are a fascinating group of flightless birds that include the Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) and the Southern Cassowary (Casuarius casuarius). These unique creatures can be found in various parts of Australia and Indonesia. The Emu, with its long legs and distinctive appearance, is one of the largest bird species in Australia. Its brown feathers blend perfectly with its surroundings, making it difficult to spot in the wild. The Emu's chicks follow closely behind their adult male counterpart, always keeping a wary eye on their surroundings for potential threats. Gambier Bolton captured an incredible image of an Emu in all its glory. This majestic bird stands tall against a backdrop of nature's beauty. It showcases the grace and elegance that these creatures possess. In contrast to the Emu, we have the Southern Cassowary - another member of Casurariiformes family. JG Keulemans' illustration depicts an adult male cassowary surrounded by his adorable chicks. With their vibrant blue necks and striking features, they truly are a sight to behold. Cleland Wildlife Park in South Australia provides a safe haven for juvenile emus like Dromaius novaehollandiae. Here we see one with its beak open wide as if ready to catch a leaf or perhaps engage in playful antics. JG Keulemans once again captures our attention with his portrayal of a Southern Cassowary at Bali Bird Park in Indonesia. This magnificent creature exudes power and strength as it roams freely within its habitat. Emus aren't just about size; they also have delicate moments amidst flowers like those seen in Victoria, Australia. These charming chicks explore their surroundings while being surrounded by colorful blooms – truly capturing nature's harmony. Even during rainy days, emus manage to maintain their regal demeanor as seen in the rain head portrait taken in Victoria, Australia.