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NYT Daily ? September 17, 2025
Bird named for a Titan
Answer:
RHEA
Hint:
This large, flightless South American bird is often found in grasslands and shares its name with a figure from Greek mythology who was the mother of Zeus.
Explanation:
The clue refers to the rhea, a large flightless bird native to South America. It’s named after Rhea, the Titan goddess of fertility in Greek mythology—so the answer plays on the mythological connection. The wordplay is straightforward: the bird’s name directly matches the Titan’s name.
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