In this article, we will explore the topic of Lesser moa from a broad and multidisciplinary perspective. Lesser moa is a topic that has sparked interest and debate in various areas of society, from politics to popular culture. Throughout history, Lesser moa has played a crucial role in shaping our social, economic and cultural reality. Through this analysis, we will seek to understand the complexities and dimensions of Lesser moa, as well as its impact on our lives. From its origins to its current relevance, this article will delve into the different facets of Lesser moa and how it has shaped the world we inhabit.
Lesser moa Temporal range: Pleistocene-Holocene
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Skeleton of the eastern moa (Emeus crassus) in Musee des Confluences, Lyon | |
Scientific classification | |
Domain: | Eukaryota |
Kingdom: | Animalia |
Phylum: | Chordata |
Class: | Aves |
Infraclass: | Palaeognathae |
Order: | †Dinornithiformes |
Family: | †Emeidae (Bonaparte, 1854) |
Type species | |
Emeus crassus (Owen, 1846) Reichenbach 1853 non Parker 1895
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Species | |
Anomalopteryx didiformis Bush moa |
The lesser moa (family Emeidae) were a family in the moa order Dinornithiformes. About two-thirds of all moa species are in the lesser moa family. The moa were ratites from New Zealand. Ratites are flightless birds with a sternum without a keel. They also have a distinctive palate. The origin of the ratites is becoming clearer as it is now believed that early ancestors of these birds were able to fly and flew to the southern areas that they have been found in.
The currently recognised genera and species are: