Cassowaries are very wary of humans, but if provoked, they are capable of inflicting serious, even fatal, injuries. They are known to attack both dogs and people.

Apr 17, 2025 · With prehistoric-looking feet and claws that can reach five inches long, cassowaries are imposing animals. Yet, how dangerous are they? We’ll dig into past cassowary attacks and decide …

Jun 13, 2024 · People have referred to the cassowary — a massive, flightless, emu-like creature — as the most dangerous bird in the world, owing to the fact it can seriously injure or kill a human or dog in …

Jan 9, 2024 · What is a cassowary bird? Learn all about the most dangerous bird in the world including where it lives, what it sounds like, and if the cassowary attacks humans.

Jan 2, 2026 · Cassowaries have killed two people in recorded history: an Australian teenager was killed in 1926 after hitting a cassowary with a bat, and a man in Florida was killed in 2019 by a cassowary...

Feb 6, 2024 · Most cassowary attacks happen when humans startle or provoke them. By being aware of cassowary warning signals, avoiding their territory, and backing away slowly, it is usually possible to …

Nov 16, 2025 · Cassowaries usually attack when they feel threatened, especially if they are protecting their territory, young, or food. Habituation to humans due to feeding can also increase aggression.

Mar 27, 2025 · Why Do Cassowary Attacks Occur? Cassowary attacks are rarely unprovoked. It’s almost always about self-defense, protecting their young, or feeling threatened. Their powerful kicks …

Feb 25, 2025 · "Uncover the surprising statistics behind cassowary attacks and the greater threats these 'living dinosaurs' face from human activities."

Apr 1, 2025 · A man in his 70s was attacked by a cassowary in his backyard in Far North Queensland. He was taken to Tully Hospital with a wound several centimetres long on one of his thighs.