America: Harpy Eagle – Its powerful claws are capable of deep, serious wounds. Africa: Ostrich – Can kill with a single, forceful kick. Australia: Cassowary – Known for its lethal claw.

Picture: Supplied A QAS spokeswoman said the man had suffered a nasty wound to the leg, presumably from the cassowary’s talon. “One stable patient with a leg injury has been transported to ...

The cassowary is one of the world’s largest birds ... can weigh up to 140 pounds and has a large dagger-like claw on each foot. “There’s just something primeval about them,” says Andrew ...