"Ocean Unveils Startling Encounter with World's Deadliest Avian Creature"

A cassowary, considered one of the world's most dangerous birds, surprised beachgoers in Bingil Bay, Australia, as it emerged from the ocean. The southern cassowary, one of three surviving species, is known for its towering height, glossy black plumage, and a "dagger-shaped" claw on each foot. Although attacks are rare, cassowaries can cause significant damage if provoked. The bird, an important contributor to rainforest ecosystems, was spotted swimming offshore and eventually left the area on its own. The southern cassowary is listed as endangered, and wildlife authorities urge reporting any sick, injured, or orphaned cassowaries.