World's most dangerous chick - where to see in the UK

A Southern Cassowary chick hatched in Birdland in Bourton in the Cotswolds two months ago and it is the only one to hatch in the UK this year. 

The bird made national headlines by being referred to as "the world's most dangerous chick" due to the dangerous nature of the bird. 

It's the first time in 25 years of trying that the team at Birdland have successfully bred the rare bird. 

The world's deadliest chick, a Southern Cassowary (Image: SWNS)

Speaking at the time, keeper Alistair Keen said: “It has been a massive effort from the entire team here over many years, but it’s all been worthwhile when you see this amazing humbug-coloured chick exploring its new surroundings under the watchful eye of a very protective father.

“Cassowaries have a reputation as one of the world’s most dangerous birds and their size, speed and power combined with their dagger-like, 10-centimetre claws mean we have to take looking after them extremely seriously.

“They are the only birds on site that have their own risk assessment as they are potentially so hazardous.

“In order to avoid disturbing them during the incubation, we’ve been using video cameras to monitor the nest and when we caught our first glimpse of the tiny chick it was a very special moment indeed."

A Southern Cassowary (Image: SWNS)

The latest edition to the park, which is fit and healthy, still remains with its father and is feeding itself according to park officials. 

The chick is being fed fruit, vegetables, mice, and has even been spotted eating a dragonfly.

The monumental moment for Birdland has seen a "noticeable increase in footfall" and caused quite a stir.

Birdland cares for over 500 birds in habitats from woodland, riverside and gardens,

The birds range from birds of prey and parrots to cassowaries and cranes in a mix of free-flying and aviary displays.

It is also home to England’s only colony of breeding king penguins.