Extinct flightless bird Crossword Clue

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RankAnswerCluePublisher
99%DODOExtinct flightless birdUSA Today
20%DODOSExtinct flightless birdsUSA Today
20%DODOSLong-extinct flightless birdsLA Times

Definition

A large, extinct bird (Didus ineptus), formerly inhabiting the Island of Mauritius. It had short, half-fledged wings, like those of the ostrich, and a short neck and legs; -- called also dronte. It was related to the pigeons.

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