Dodo Colouring Page

Dodo (Raphus cucullatus). Country of origin: Mauritius in the Indian Ocean. Extinction: It disappeared in the late 1600s; 1662 is widely cited as its last reliable sighting, not a proven date for the last bird's death. Cause: Introduced animals preyed on eggs and young, while human hunting and environmental changes added pressure. Special characteristics: Its bulbous hooked bill, tiny wings, stout legs and curled tail tuft give this large flightless pigeon its familiar shape. How to Colour: Try grey-brown feathers, a paler head, a yellowish bill with a darker tip and ochre legs. Use short strokes on the curled tail tuft and blend gently across the rounded body.

◫ A4 size✎ Bold outlines♡ Ages 3–8

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