What is another word for casuariiformes?
Pronunciation: [kˈaʒuːˌɑːɹɪˌɪfɔːmz] (IPA) 
Casuariiformes is a scientific classification used for a group of flightless birds that includes the Emu, Cassowary and Kiwis. These birds are found in the southern hemisphere and have distinctively large bodies with strong legs and large feet. They require a specific environment to thrive, such as a diverse forest or grassland. Common synonyms for the word Casuariiformes include ratites, which refers to flightless birds with flat breastbones, and palaeognaths, which translates to "old jaws." Another synonym is Aves, which is the scientific term for birds. These synonyms help describe the unique characteristics and evolution of this unique group of birds.
