Moa Skull

Moa Skull - The moa, now extinct, was a large flightless bird native to New Zealand. Fossils moa remains date back to 2.4 million years, but only recently became extinct in the 1600's. Scientist have found remains from 11 different species of moa that rang in size from 20 to 250 kg (44 to 551 lb). The largest moa species (Dinornis giganteus) stood 2 meters (6 feet) tall at the shoulder. View Other Bird Specimens

Moa Skull, High Resolution

"In the struggle for survival, the fittest win out at the expense of their rivals because they succeed in adapting themselves best to their environment."
-Charles Darwin

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