Curious cassowary 'Peanut' ventures into home, forcing owners to take cover

Australian native bird considered to be dangerous has long wandered through the backyard in Queensland’s north but until this week stayed outsideA cassowary named Peanut has surprised a Queensland family by venturing into their home as they were preparing dinner.Sue and Peter Leach, from Wongaling Beach in the state’s north, were forced to take cover after discovering the native bird – which can grow up to 2m tall – standing in their lounge-dining room. Continue reading..