As for their talons, they can easily reach over two inches long. While many bear claws are larger, Eurasian Eagle Owl talons can exert a force between 200-300 pounds per square inch.

From parrots to raptors, birds that demonstrate dexterity with their claws share a common ancient ancestor, new research suggests. A study from the University of Alberta, published Aug. 15 in the ...

For the sake of comparison, I’m 5’4,” and if I had the same proportions my nails would be a little over a foot (0.3 meter) long—which is probably why giant armadillos don’t type.

Young hoatzins are born with claws, which they use for a variety of reasons. Ironically enough, they’re located on the longest parts of the bird’s wings.

On May 25, 2024, a photograph went viral on X allegedly showing a giant bird's foot, resembling that of a dinosaur. "A Southern Cassowary claw. Just in case you didn't think that birds are ...

Modern-day birds are some of the last remaining descendants of the dinosaurs, and scientists have unearthed new evidence that reveals how these terrestrial reptiles evolved to conquer the skies.

A giant bird that can run at 40mph and disembowel a human with its six-inch claws is on the loose. The 6ft emu-like South American rhea, nicknamed Chris, was spotted by police in a field in ...

They have black body feathers and bright blue heads and necks. The San Diego Zoo website calls cassowaries the world's most dangerous bird, with a 4in dagger-like claw on each foot.