Ostrich
NameOstrich
Common NameOstrich
Scientific NameStruthio camelus
FamilyStruthionidae
Wingspan (cm)200
Length (cm)240
Weight (g)110000
Plumage DetailsAdult males have predominantly black body plumage with white primary feathers and a white tail. Adult females are duller, with greyish-brown body plumage and duller white primaries and tail feathers. Their heads and necks are largely bare, covered in fine down.
Vocalization / CallOstriches produce a variety of sounds, including deep booming calls, hisses, snorts, and guttural grunts, particularly during breeding season or when alarmed.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatssavanna, grassland, semi-desert, open woodland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to Africa, primarily found in savannas and semi-arid regions south of the Sahara Desert.
Identifying FeaturesLargest living bird, Flightless, Long bare neck and legs, Two toes on each foot, Sexual dimorphism in plumage, Exceptional running speed
Description
The Ostrich is the world's largest living bird, characterized by its long neck, long legs, and inability to fly. Males display striking black and white plumage, while females are duller brown, and they are known for their incredible running speed.
