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Greater Rhea portrait

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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 Maureen 'Mo' Figueira
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By Maureen 'Mo' Figueira

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Uploaded Oct 31, 2012. Captured Jul 16, 2008 02:04.
  • Canon PowerShot S5 IS
  • f/4.0
  • 1/1614s
  • ISO80
  • 72mm