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DODO (Raphus cucullatus): SPECIES ACCOUNT

Dodos and solitaires are Extinct, no longer existing, but were once found on the Mascarene Islands of Mauritius, Rodrigues, and perhaps Réunion in the Indian Ocean.


Dodos and solitaires inhabited woodland areas.


The dodo and the two species of solitaires are Extinct, due to human hunting and to the introduction of non-native species such as cats, rats, and pigs.

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Dodos and Solitaires: Raphidae - Physical Characteristics

Dodos and Solitaires: Raphidae - Diet

Dodos and Solitaires: Raphidae - Behavior And Reproduction

Dodos were unable to fly, but could run quickly. They were not afraid of humans. When caught, however, a dodo screamed, causing other dodos to rush to its aid. These dodos were then caught as well. Rodrigues solitaires were territorial, pairs defended territories from other individuals of the species. Rodrigues solitaires had a courtship ritual that involved making noises with the wings. Their win…

Dodos and Solitaires: Raphidae - Dodos, Solitaires, And People

Dodos and Solitaires: Raphidae - Dodo (raphus Cucullatus): Species Account

Physical characteristics: Dodos were large birds about the size of a turkey. They had dark gray feathers on the back and somewhat lighter gray feathers on the belly. The wings were tiny and yellowish white in color. The tail was small and short, made up of five curled feathers. Dodos had large, yellow hooked bills. The face was featherless, with gray skin. Geographic range: Dodos were found on the…

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