Extinct bird Raphus cucullatus formerly found on the island of Mauritius, but exterminated before the end of the 17th century. Although related to the pigeons, it was larger than a turkey, with a bulky body and very short wings and tail. Flightless and trusting, it was easy prey to humans.
Extinct heavy flightless bird of Mauritius related to pigeons; SYN. Raphus cucullatus. + prikaži više