Cassowary, the World's Most Dangerous Bird, Surprises Beachgoers by Emerging from the Ocean

A cassowary, considered one of the world's most dangerous birds, surprised beachgoers in Bingil Bay, Australia, when it emerged from the ocean and shook itself off. The bird, which can stand up to six feet tall and weigh up to 160 pounds, was reported to the Queensland Department of Environment and Science. While cassowaries are generally shy and attacks are rare, they can cause serious damage if provoked. The southern population of the southern cassowary is listed as endangered, and efforts are being made to protect their habitat and reduce threats such as habitat loss, vehicle strikes, and domestic dog attacks.