There is one species in this family. The kagu lives in the mountain forests of New Caledonia in the South Pacific.
It is gray with long legs; a short, square tail; a pointed bill, and a crest on its head.
It was once hunted for its feathers and is now endangered.
Status and range is taken from IUCN Redlist
Status taken from NH Fish and Game
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