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Apteryx australis, brown Kiwi, Haliaeetus leucogaster, white
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Apteryx australis, brown Kiwi, Haliaeetus leucogaster, white
Skeletons of a brown kiwi (Apteryx australis) and a white-bellied sea eagle (Haliaeetus leucogaster) from The Dorling Kindersley Nature Encyclopedia, (1998)
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Accipitridae Accipitriformes Apteryx Bellied Bill Bird Of Prey Bone Eagle Haliaeetus Hook Kiwi Sauropsid Sauropsida Sea Eagle Skeleton Apterygidae Apterygiformes Apteryx Australis Brown Kiwi Haliaeetus Leucogaster
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In this intriguing image from The Dorling Kindersley Nature Encyclopedia (1998), the skeletons of two distinct species, the brown kiwi (Apteryx australis) and the white-bellied sea eagle (Haliaeetus leucogaster), lie side by side, offering a captivating glimpse into their unique anatomies. The brown kiwi, a flightless bird native to New Zealand, is represented by its skeletal remains. With its long, sturdy legs and distinctive, elongated beak, this sauropsid, belonging to the Apterygiformes order and Apterygidae family, is well adapted to its terrestrial habitat. The kiwi's skeleton reveals the complex structure of its ribcage, which supports its large, powerful muscles, enabling it to burrow efficiently through the forest floor in search of food. In stark contrast, the skeleton of the white-bellied sea eagle (Haliaeetus leucogaster), an accipitriform bird of prey, showcases its impressive adaptations for hunting in its aquatic environment. Its long, hooked beak and powerful, muscular wings, belonging to the Accipitridae family, are evident in the image. The eagle's skeleton also reveals its robust leg structure, which supports its massive talons, essential for seizing and killing its prey. This evocative photograph not only highlights the striking differences between these two species but also underscores the intricacies of their anatomies, which have evolved to suit their unique ecological niches.
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