Anatomically Correct Chocobo

Continuing in the theme of bringing creatures from video games into the Anatomically Correct series is the Chocobo of Final Fantasy lore.

Put simply, a Chocobo is a large bird. It is unclear whether they're a single species or a genus, as there are quite a few types. Based on the available data, though, it is clear that Chocobos:

• Come in various colors
• May or may not be able to fly or swim. This is dependent on type; see the link above.
• Are large enough to be ridden, and strong enough to be ridden by armored knights
• Are intelligent enough to be tamed and trained
• Typically reside in grasslands and forests
• Are herbivorous
• Are fast enough that racing them is a sport
• Are able to pull carts
• Have appreciable offensive capabilities
• Lay eggs

Given the above, how might Chocobos evolve?

Note: Because Final Fantasy is a RPG, Chocobos are stated in source works to have magic, be synergists, etc. Answers may either explain this or completely ignore it at the answerer's discretion.

A list of all of the Anatomically Correct questions can be found here

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posted over 6 years ago

Jakob Lovern‭

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