Have you ever heard of the smelly bird that has claws on its wings? Yes, such an animal does exist—and it’s called the hoatzin. This bird is known for its rotten scent, thanks to its hardworking ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Why it's awesome: The hoatzin is often regarded as one of the world's strangest birds. Hatchlings are born with clawed wings — a ...

Birds are a varied group of creatures, but most have similar anatomy, diet, and odor. The exception is the Hoatzin of the Amazon. This unusual avian has claws on its wings, a wheezing call, struggles ...

Birds soar high in the sky and bring a smile on people’s faces as soon as they spot one, but hearing of a bird that smells like cow dung seems like a made-up fact, but it is indeed true! The ...

Where it lives: Amazon and Orinoco river basins in South America What it eats: Leaves, fruits and flowers Why it's awesome: The hoatzin is often regarded as one of the world's strangest birds.