Archive for 'Rheidae'

Greater Rhea (Rhea americana)

Greater Rhea (Rhea americana)

Perhaps the first you’ll notice when you come to Fazenda San Fransico are all the Rheas leisurely strolling around the farm – some very close to the buildings and humans. They are all from the same batch of eggs – which in Rheas’ case usually is huge as several females lay eggs in his nest […]

Greater Rhea (Rhea americana)

Greater Rhea (Rhea americana)

At this level the rhea’s head is small compared to the body of the parrot. When I look at its facial expression I can’t help but giggle – it’s so cute! Rheas come frequently to the feeding trough, and although they are huge compared to the many other birds visiting, they are not always willing […]