Influence Of Temperature On Greater Rhea Rhea Americana Activity In Restinga Habitat, Southern Brazil

We used camera trapping to study the influence of temperature on Greater Rheas activity for one year. Rheas were predominantly diurnal in activity throughout the day, however, its activity decreased with increased daily average temperature in herbaceous restinga. Our results suggest that on hot days, rheas can use behavioral strategies to diminish their activity to benefit thermal and water balance control.