Southern Cassowaryヒクイドリ
Casuarius casuariusLC— Least Concern
The southern cassowary is a massive, flightless ratite native to the tropical rainforests of New Guinea, nearby Indonesian islands, and northeastern Australia. Females are notably larger than males, and both sexes bear a tall, horn-like casque atop the head. Primarily frugivorous, it plays a crucial role as a seed disperser for many rainforest plants, and despite its reputation as a dangerous bird armed with dagger-like claws, confirmed human fatalities are extremely rare.
Southern Cassowary (reference photo)
Species Data
Did You Know?
- It can run at 50 km/h and possesses a dagger-like claw up to 12 cm long. Source
- The horn-like casque on its head measures 13 to 20 cm high and glows under ultraviolet light in species-specific patterns. Source
- Despite its dangerous reputation, only two human deaths have been documented since 1900. Source
Where to See This Species
8 facilities · 0 individuals
横浜市立金沢動物園 (Yokohama Shiritsu Kanazawa Doubutsuen)KanagawaOpened in 1982
横浜市立金沢動物園のWikipedia記事に飼育種として記載 Source
熊本市動植物園 (Kumamotoshi Doushokubutsuen)Kumamoto市電「健軍行」で「動植物園入口」下車、徒歩10分。
熊本市動植物園のWikipedia記事に飼育種として記載 Source
神戸市立王子動物園 (Koube Shiritsu Ouji Doubutsuen)Hyogo阪急「王子公園」駅から西へ徒歩3分。
神戸市立王子動物園のWikipedia記事に飼育種として記載 Source
東武動物公園 (Toubu Doubutsu Kouen)Saitama東武動物公園駅（西口）下車、徒歩10分（600m）またはバス約5分。
東武動物公園のWikipedia記事に飼育種として記載 Source
福岡市動物園 (Fukuokashi Doubutsuen)FukuokaOpened in 1953
福岡市動物園のWikipedia記事に飼育種として記載 Source
愛媛県立とべ動物園 (Ehime Kenritsu Tobe Doubutsuen)EhimeOpened in 1988
ヒクイドリのWikipedia記事に飼育施設として記載 Source
久留米市鳥類センター (Kurumeshichourui Center)Fukuoka所在地は福岡県久留米市東櫛原町1667・中央公園内。
ヒクイドリのWikipedia記事に飼育施設として記載 Source
福山市立動物園 (Fukuyama Shiritsu Doubutsuen)Hiroshima公共交通機関はなく車でのアクセスが必要。
ヒクイドリのWikipedia記事に飼育施設として記載 Source
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Conservation Story
Conservation Status
IUCNではLC（低懸念）です。地域個体群では森林の分断が課題になります。
Habitat
熱帯雨林、森林縁。
Threats
- 森林伐採
- 道路交通
- 犬などによる捕食
Conservation & Breeding Efforts
- 熱帯雨林の保全
- 道路周辺の保護対策
- 飼育下での教育展示
Sources
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FAQ
- Is the southern cassowary dangerous?
- It has a dagger-like claw up to 12 cm long and can run at 50 km/h, but confirmed human deaths since 1900 number only two. Source
- What does the southern cassowary eat?
- It is largely frugivorous, feeding on fallen fruit, seeds, fungi, and invertebrates, and can safely digest fruits that are toxic to other animals. Source
- What is the casque on a cassowary's head for?
- The horn-like casque, which can reach 13–20 cm tall, glows under ultraviolet light in species-specific patterns, though its exact function is still debated by scientists. Source
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