Moa leg found at Cromwell

A rare discovery was made on Thursday last by Mr J. Varcoe and Mr A. Holmes, in the unearthing of a complete leg of a moa (says the Cromwell Argus). The find was made in a gully on the east side of the Clutha River, directly opposite the Recreation Ground, at a point about two chains up from the road. Walking casually up the creek, their curiosity was aroused by an unusually large bone projecting from the debris accumulated in the creek, as it presented an uncommon appearance. With the aid of a pocket knife they investigated, and were rewarded by unearthing a complete leg, toes and all included.

Set up in the town in the evening it was the centre of much interest, as

with the complete toes attached there is no doubt as to it being the remains of this historic bird. Gizzard stones and egg shell were also dug out, and more will probably be obtained when the search is completed. It was in a remarkable state of preservation, with hardly a sign of decay.