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Aepyornis maximus, elephant bird egg
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Aepyornis maximus, elephant bird egg
The elephant bird (Aepyornis maximus) was a giant running bird that stood up to 3m high and weighed over 500 kgs. They became extinct in the 1650s
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Aepyornis Ratite Sauropsid Sauropsida Shell
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This print showcases the remarkable find of an Aepyornis maximus egg, also known as the elephant bird egg. The Aepyornis maximus, a giant extinct bird species, once roamed the forests of Madagascar, standing up to 3 meters tall and weighing over 500 kgs. This colossal avian, belonging to the ratite family and the Aepyornithidae order, was a unique member of the Aves class and the Sauropsida clade. The egg in this image, with its distinctive brown, long, and round shape, is a testament to the enormity of the Aepyornis maximus. Measuring around 61 centimeters long and 46 centimeters wide, this egg is one of the largest known to have been produced by a bird. The Aepyornis maximus is believed to have laid only one egg at a time, making each one a precious and rare find. The Aepyornis maximus, with its striking appearance and impressive size, has intrigued scientists and naturalists for centuries. Its extinction, which occurred in the late 1600s, remains a mystery. Some believe it was hunted to extinction for its large, nutrient-rich eggs, while others suggest that habitat loss and competition from introduced species may have played a role. Regardless of the cause, the loss of the Aepyornis maximus is a significant one in the history of the natural world.
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