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Cassoivarj/ (Scolopax Casuarius). 



Fine specimen of the male and female of this 

 highly curious bird. 



Great Emea, or Neiv Holland Cassowary (S. Nova 

 Hollandia), upwards of 7 feet high. 



Lesser Emea, not half the size of the above, and a 

 distinct species. 



American, or Three-toed Ostrich (S* Rhea). 



CURASSOWS (CRAX). 



Crested Curassoivs (Crax Alector). Male and fe- 

 male. 

 ^^. Inhabits Surinam and other warm parts of South 

 ^America; its size is nearly that of a turkey; the 

 male is black, but in the female the feathers of the 

 head and neck are black and white, and the whole of 

 the body is a rich mixture of fine cream-colour and 

 black ; the head is ornamented with an erect crest, 

 each feather being bent a little forward, which gives 

 the bird a very majestic appearance. They are do* 

 mesticated in South America, and are said to be 

 excellent food. 



