Kagu

The Kagu's affinities are not too well resolved. It was long one of the most enigmatic birds and in more recent times usually affiliated with the Gruiformes. It was initially classed as a member of the family Ardeidae because of its powder down, and an affinity with the Ardeidae is suggested by some morphological The case for this is not strengthened by more recent data however.

The Kagu is classified as Endangered (EN), considered to be facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild.

The Kagu (French: Cagou), Rhynochetos jubatus, is a long-legged blue-greyish bird endemic to the dense mountain forests of New Caledonia. It is the only surviving member of the family Rhynochetidae, although a second, larger species of the genus Rhynochetos, the Lowland Kagu Rhynochetos orarius, has been described from Holocene subfossil remains. It is almost flightless, and builds a ground nest of sticks, laying a single egg. It has proved vulnerable to introduced predators, and is threatened with extinction. More

Kagu (photo left) is now in danger of extinction. Much of its forest habitat has been cut off, and Europeans have introduced cats, dogs, pigs, and rats to this island, which formerly had no predatory mammals. If the development of New Caledonia continues, the Kagu will probably survive the century only in captivity;" (Austin & Singer 1961). New Caledonia is to France what Hawaii is to the United States; a state or province considered an integral part of the primary county. More

Kagu-tsuchi's birth burned his mother Izanami, causing her death. His father Izanagi, in his grief, beheaded Kagu-tsuchi with his sword, Ame no Ohabari (天之尾羽張), and cut his body into eight pieces, which became eight volcanoes. The blood that dripped off Izanagi's sword created a number of deities, including the sea god Watatsumi and rain god Kuraokami. Kagu-tsuchi's birth, in Japanese mythology, comes at the end of the creation of the world and marks the beginning of death. More

kagu pronunciation /ˈkɑ gu/ Show Spelled Show IPA –nouna raillike bird, Rhinochetus jubatus, of the island of New Caledonia, having a gray body, black-and-white wings, and a long, shaggy crest: an endangered species. Use kagu in a SentenceSee images of kaguSearch kagu on the Web - Origin: 1860–65; < a language of New Caledonia Dictionary.com Unabridged Based on the Random House Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2010. More

Kagu ''Rhynochetos orarius'', has been described from Holocene subfossil remains. The Kagu is found only in the dense mountain forests of New Caledonia. It is almost flightless, and builds a ground nest of sticks, laying a single egg. It has proved vulnerable to introduced rats and cats, and is threatened with extinction. The remote habitat and rarity of this species mean that little is known of its habits. More

courtship the kagu dances with wings spread to show attractive spots of black, white, and rust. Its loud, piercing or rattling calls are heard mainly at night. It forages in forests for snails and insects. The introduction of dogs into New Caledonia was the main factor in its decline. Learn more about "kagu" Citations - MLA Style: "kagu." Encyclopædia Britannica. 2010. Encyclopædia Britannica Online. 16 May. 2010 . APA Style:kagu. (2010). In Encyclopædia Britannica. More

Kagu© Imogene Powers Johnson, used with permission Kagu on earth mound© Daniel Heuclin / www.nhpa.co.uk Kagu © Jon Hornbuckle Kagu© K. Vang and W. Dabrowka / Bird Explorers Kagu standing in shallow pool© Jean-Paul Ferrero / Auscape International Rear view of a kagu© K. Vang and W. Dabrowka / Bird Explorers Kagu searching for food© K. Vang and W. More

The kagu is a secretive bird that prowls the forest floor in New Caledonia, an island about 900 miles (1,450 km) east of Australia. It eats worms and insects, and is especially fond of snails, which it eats by smashing the shell with its beak. Kagus make loud barking noises for about half an hour before dawn. It's a sound that's growing increasingly rare in New Caledonia because kagus are almost extinct. More

The Kagu (French: Cagou), Rhynochetos jubatus is a long-legged blue-greyish bird endemic to the dense mountain forests of New Caledonia. It is the only surviving member of the family Rhynochetidae, although a second, larger species of the genus Rhynochetos, the Lowland Kagu Rhynochetos orarius, has been described from Holocene subfossil remains. More

Kagus were trapped in early times by the Melanesians, and later by Europeans. The island range of the Kagu gradually retreated to the interior mountains and valleys, but much of this remaining habitat was subsequently destroyed by nickel-mining activities. Domestic dogs, cats, pigs and rats are the most serious threat to the species' survival. No other birds are closely related to the Kagu; it is the sole representative of its Family. More

About the size of domestic fowl, the kagu has a large head endowed with a long erectile topcrest. Once abundant on the islands of the Coral Sea, the shy, nocturnal kagu is now close to extinction, and may only be found in the remotest mountains of New Caledonia in the South Pacific. Like the dodo, the kagu suffered greatly from the ravages of domestic animals, especially pigs and dogs. A forest-floor dweller, it lives on a diet of insects and snails. More

The Kagu is an ground living bird found in the forests and shrubland of New Caledonia. Its plumage is unusally bright for a bird of the forest floor; ash-grey and white coloured. It's feathers are powder-downs which help keep it dry and insulate it in New Caledonia's tropical climate. They possess a crest used for displaying to other members of the species. More

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sustained flight the Kagu's wings are full sized and can support short glides when forced to flee. Pairs hold large (5 to 30ha) permanent territories. Reproductive potential is low; at best only one chick is raised in a year. In dry years breeding attempts may be limited by low food supplies. PREVIOUS GEOGRAPHICAL SPREAD The Kagu was widespread over the island when the Europeans arrived in 1843. More

kagus he was studying on Pic Ningua, a 4,000-foot-high mountain crowned by cloud forest, had been mutilated. Hunt had come to the island in the early 1990s to document the breeding and behavioral habits of kagus, which have no known living relatives. Instead, he stumbled onto a wildlife murder mystery. Over the next two days, five more kagus turned up dead. The next month, it got worse: Seven more kagus—some partially eaten, others wounded and left to die—were killed. More

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700 Kagus were inventoried! The flightless Kagu is endemic to New Caledonia and lives in humid and dry forests at low altitude. It can be found in scrub habitat on occasions. It feeds on worms, snails and small reptiles such as geckos. The Kagu is known to live at least 15 years in the wild. Each pair of Kagu can use a territory up to 30 hectares in rainforest. More

Kagus make a range of different sounds, most commonly duetting in the morning, each duet lasting about 15 minutes. Kagu Courtship Dance Behaviour The Kagu is exclusively carnivorous, feeding on a variety of animals with annelid worms, snails and lizards being amongst the most important prey items. Also taken are larvae, spiders, centipedes and insects such as grasshoppers, bugs, and beetles. More

The Kagu is listed as endangered and enjoys full protection in New Caledonia. Kagus are considered very important in New Caledonia, it is a high profile endemic emblem for the Territory. Map of New Caledonia, Pacific Map of New Caledonia, Pacific Photographic Print Buy at AllPosters.com Kagu - Buy at Art.com Buy From Art. More

KAGU in New Caledonia KAGU in New Caledonia Related research questions * What kind of dance does the kagu do during courtship? * How are kagus classified? * What is a bird that is practically flightless? * What size is the kagu? * What kind of wings does the kagu have? For students and teachers! More

kagu Pronunciation Key, common name for a long-legged, heronlike bird, Rhynochetos jubatus. It has a loose, gray plumage with darker bandings; broad, rounded wings marked with white, black, and red; and a striking orange-red bill and feet. About the size of domestic fowl, the kagu has a large head endowed with a long erectile topcrest. More

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Kagus are classified in the phylum Chordata Chordata (kôrdā`tə,–dä`–) ..... Click the link for more information. , subphylum Vertebrata, class Aves, order Gruiformes, family Rhynochetidae. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. More

Usually, the Kagu is put into an independent family of the crane-birds. Shape As anatomical peculiarity, the nose-holes have horn-roofs at the basis of the long, pointed beak so that no earth can penetrate into the breath-openings when drilling and poking in moist forest-ground (after worms, insects and their larvae). The red beak and the also red legs rise uniformly well from it, plumages light-dawn from. Only the tail and the Handschwingen are drawn black-and-white. More

The Kagu runs quickly and has the habit of stopping suddenly and standing motionless, but when excited it stands straight, with erected crest, semi-expanded wings, and drooping tail, and when in a playful mood it throws small sticks and stones about with the bill. The birds call to each other, usually about daybreak, in loud, piercing, yelping notes, continued for some time, which can be heard a mile away. It is said to be nocturnal in its habits, feeding on worms, insects, and small mollusks. More

genus Rhynochetos, the Lowland Kagu Rhynochetos orarius, has been described from Holocene subfossil remains. It is almost flightless, and builds a ground nest of sticks, laying a single egg. It has proved vulne... More The Kagu (French: Cagou), Rhynochetos jubatus, is a long-legged blue-greyish bird endemic to the dense mountain forests of New Caledonia. More

Next thing I knew, the Kagu had run around and come up onto the picnic table, just inches from my baggage. Like an inspection. And when I changed my clothes, I felt like he and his mate were watching. kagu-rhynochetos-jubatus-portrait The Kagu, Rhynochetos jubatus, is a strange and unique bird endemic to New Caledonia’s Grande Terre (the main island). It is the only living member of its family, and its closest living relative may be the enigmatic Sunbittern of the Neotropics. More