Greater Rhea (2014) by Mark-David-Rogers
Close
Hover over top left image to zoom.
Click anywhere to exit.
Members remain the original copyright holder in all their materials here at Renderosity. Use of any of their material inconsistent with the terms and conditions set forth is prohibited and is considered an infringement of the copyrights of the respective holders unless specially stated otherwise.
No AI - This artwork was created entirely by hand or with traditional digital tools.
Description
The greater rhea is a flightless bird from eastern south America, one of two species in the rhea genus family Rheidae, this one is endemic to Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay inhabiting open spaces and grasslands, savannah and grassy wetlands. They can weigh between 44 to 60 pound. The Greater Rhea is the largest bird in South America and can live in the wild between 10 to 11 years. Recently the bird has established itself in Germany.
Mega Zoom Version
Comments (5)
My friend Brenda had a flock of these, the males are very vicious when they are guarding the eggs.
Flightless birds are very interesting, nice shot.
Great capture
Outstandingly captured !!!
Excellent shot of this marvellous bird :-)