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Forest life

Raise the ghost wings.

Animals grouped here express a similar quality through their behavior in nature. Each species still has its own principle, lesson, meaning, and field-guide page.

2 species

Kagu (Rhynochetos jubatus) thumbnail image on AnimalDex

Kagu

Species principle: Crested Display

Raise the ghost wings.

A quiet walker can still become dramatic when the moment asks.

Kagu are flightless forest birds of New Caledonia that use crest raising, wing displays, and ground movement during courtship and territorial or threat behavior.

Pygmy Hippopotamus (Choeropsis liberiensis) thumbnail image on AnimalDex

Pygmy Hippopotamus

Species principle: Quiet Bulk

Keep the hidden pool.

Power does not need open display when it owns the hidden pool.

Pygmy Hippopotamuses are solitary, forest-dwelling hippos that use wet forest paths, streams, and pools, relying on seclusion rather than open river herds.

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