First Southern Cassowary Chick in UK Since 2021 Hatches at Cotswolds Bird Park

The hatchling marks a significant milestone for Birdland, which has been striving to breed the species for over 25 years.

The southern cassowary is known for its powerful legs, sharp claws, and aggressive nature.
The chick is part of the European Endangered Species Programme, aimed at preserving the species.
Only the fourth cassowary chick to hatch in Europe this year, it is the first in the UK since 2021.
The male cassowary incubates the eggs and cares for the hatchlings, a rare behavior in the animal kingdom.
Cassowaries face threats from deforestation and human activity despite their recent conservation status update to 'least concern'.