“Large flightless birds” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.RHEAS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Large flightless birds”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 25, 2026, where it runs at 111 Across and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.