At first glance, the cassowary looks like something straight out of the age of dinosaurs. Native to the tropical rainforests of Australia, New Guinea, and nearby islands, cassowaries may not be able to fly, but they more than make up for it with their deadly defense mechanisms. In fact, they hold the title of the most dangerous bird in the world—and for good reason. Standing over 6 feet tall and weighing up to 160 pounds, cassowaries are fast, powerful, and territorial. Their most lethal weapon

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