This isn’t true: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoatzin
… Since Archaeopteryx had three functional claws on each wing, some earlier systematists speculated that the hoatzin was descended from it, because nestling hoatzins have two functional claws on each wing. Modern researchers, however, hypothesize that the young hoatzin’s claws are of more recent origin… A similar trait is seen in turacos, whose nestlings use claws on their wings to climb in trees.
TIL :)
People’s voice: Shall we leave it up or remove it?
It is definitely an awesome looking critter though
Add a tag of shame to the title.
Done. :)
Thank you! Now I have learned something even MORE interesting, and can still enjoy the cool Hoatzin!
It can be one step away, if you manage to sneak it into the museum.
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That’s the stinky bird, right?
edit: yes, https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoatzin
[ Because of aromatic compounds in the leaves they consume, and the bacterial fermentation required to digest them,[26][27] the birds have a disagreeable, manure-like odor and are only hunted by humans for food in times of dire need; local people also call it the “stinkbird” because of it. ]
Mulleted stinkbird thank you.
i prefer the shoebill
not the anime girl oneas a dinosaur looking ancient bird its also a majestic bastard cause apparently bowing to one is a thing you have to do
Wow that is so cool holy shit
What does “ringed” mean in this context?
The birb accepted their wedding proposal 💍
Cause if you wanted to track it then you should have put a ring on it
Ho-oh in real life!
For more info:
![[Cool birb, but see comments. Not accurate.] Dinosaurs Still Live](https://mander.xyz/pictrs/image/9edb19ca-907a-4a3e-bc2b-e7b71f93fc41.jpeg){kind=link}