Ostrich - Struthio camelus

Length 6.6-7.9 ft (200.0-240.0 cm)
Weight 140-320 lb (63502.9-145149.4 g)
Clutch Size 2-6
Chicks at birth Precocial
IUCN Conservation Status Least Concern
Continents:AF
     

The Ostrich is endemic to Africa. There are four sub-species of ostriches. They are considered the fastest bird on land and can travel up to 43 mph. They are also the largest living species of bird and lay the largest eggs.

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