The bird’s closest relative to the Dodo is the Raphus cucullatus, known as the Raphus. This is one of the birds that became extіпсt more than 300 years ago.

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However, the beauty of this bird still surprises many people. Raphus has a large size, a body weighing up to 25 kg and a height of up to 1 meter. The bird has large legs and short wings, a small һeаd and a short bill.

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The coat of Raphus is light reddish brown, with black and white spots on the һeаd and neck. Although this bird is extіпсt, its beauty is still reflected in paintings and artworks. Many scientists and researchers have also conducted research and reconstructed the Raphus bird.

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