Roc

The Roc was the largest flying bird ever discovered. It had a wingspan of almost 8 meters and a body length of about 1.5 meters. Its plumage was stark white. The giant bird had stout, strong legs and large feet which enabled it to walk with ease or hold food. The bill was strong and curved for tearing tearing and/or piercing flesh. The roc primarily hunted vertebrates, including other birds. In some instances it was reported to have picked up small children that wandered into the prairie alone. It also scavenged carrion and habitually chased large predators like saber-toothed tigers away from their kills.