Casuarius

Casuarius

genus of flightless birds including three species of cassowary. Native to the New Guinea forests, the Moluccas, and Northeastern Australia

Diet & Feeding

Herbivore

Casuarius was a plant-eating dinosaur. Herbivores typically fed on ferns, cycads, conifers, and other vegetation available during their era. Many herbivorous dinosaurs developed specialized teeth and digestive systems for processing tough plant material.

Discovery & Naming

Discovery Location Papua New Guinea

Quick Facts

Diet Herbivore

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Casuarius eat?
Casuarius was a herbivore.
Where were Casuarius fossils found?
Fossils of Casuarius were found in Papua New Guinea.

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