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Rhea Americana in the Pantanal The grace and strength of a Rhea American in the wild on display. Brazil,Pantanal,Rhea Americana Click/tap to enlarge

Rhea Americana in the Pantanal

The grace and strength of a Rhea American in the wild on display.

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The greater rhea is a flightless bird found in eastern South America. One of two species in the genus Rhea, in the family Rheidae, the greater rhea is endemic to Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay. It inhabits a variety of open areas, such as grasslands, savanna or grassy wetlands.

Similar species: Rheas
Species identified by Ferdy Christant
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By Ferdy Christant

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Uploaded Nov 28, 2011. Captured Nov 28, 2011 18:26.
  • NIKON D7000
  • f/6.3
  • 1/500s
  • ISO320
  • 380mm