About the Northern Cassowary
The Northern Cassowary (Casuarius unappendiculatus) is a species of bird in the Cassowaries and Emu family (Casuariidae), within the order Casuariiformes. This family contains 4 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code norcas1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Casuariiformes |
| Family | Cassowaries and Emu (Casuariidae) |
| Species | Casuarius unappendiculatus |
| Species Codes | norcas1, NOCA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Northern Cassowary belong to?
The Northern Cassowary (Casuarius unappendiculatus) belongs to the Cassowaries and Emu family (Casuariidae), in the order Casuariiformes.
How can I identify the Northern Cassowary?
The Northern Cassowary is a member of the Cassowaries and Emu family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Northern Cassowary sighting?
You can log sightings of Northern Cassowary on eBird (ebird.org) using species code norcas1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cassowaries and Emu 4 species
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