Zoo of Barcelona: Crested screamer (Chauna torquata). Although it does not look like one, the Crested screamer belongs to the order of Anseriformes, t

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Zoo of Barcelona: Crested screamer (Chauna torquata). Although it does not look like one, the Crested screamer belongs to the order of Anseriformes, that means it is related to ducks and geese. It is a large bird, reaching up to 90 cms in height and weighing from 2 to 5 kilos. It has curved, pointed spurs up to 5 cms long on the wings, which it uses to defend itself. Due to its aggressiveness and loud voice, it is often used like a guard dog in many parts of South America.

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