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en Endangered; cr Critically Endangered; ew Extinct in the Wild; ex Extinct; dd Data Deficient; ne Not Evaluated
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) classifies the puna rhea as another species instead of a subspecies of the lesser rhea. The IUCN currently rates the greater and puna rheas as near-threatened in their native ranges, while Darwin's rhea is of least concern, having recovered from past threats to its survival.
The greater rhea is considered a Near Threatened species according to the IUCN, and they have a decreasing range of about 6,540,000 square kilometres (2,530,000 sq mi). The species is believed to be declining due to increased hunting and the conversion of central South American grasslands to farmland and ranchland.
Flock. Average Life Span In The Wild: 15 years. Size: 3 to 5 feet. Weight: 50 pounds. Size relative to a 6-ft man: IUCN Red List Status: ? Near threatened. LC. NT. VU. EN. CR. EW. EX. Least Concern...
Predators. Conservation. Charles Darwin and the genus Rhea. Lesser or Darwin's rhea. Credits. Despite these values, both species of rheas are considered to be Near Threatened, largely due to habitat destruction, hunting, and egg destruction as a result of crop burning and agricultural activities. Description.
Conservation status. The IUCN lists the greater rhea as Near Threatened, with a decreasing population due to habitat loss and hunting. Conservation efforts are in place to manage international trade and protect the species in its non-native German range.
The largest bird in South America; resembles an ostrich and is unmistakable. Flightless and appears tailless. Mostly gray-brown overall with very long legs and neck and a proportionally small head. Males have a dark brown crown and blackish lower neck and upperparts. Females have lighter plumage. Juveniles look similar to adults but are smaller. Inhabits open areas with scattered trees and ...
