Ostrich
NameOstrich
Common NameCommon Ostrich
Scientific NameStruthio camelus
FamilyStruthionidae
Wingspan (cm)200
Length (cm)240
Weight (g)120000
Plumage DetailsAdult males have striking black body plumage with white primary feathers and a white tail. Females and juveniles are duller, with grayish-brown body feathers and off-white primaries and tail feathers. The head and neck are largely featherless, appearing pinkish-gray.
Vocalization / CallOstriches produce a variety of sounds, including deep booming calls, hisses, snorts, and guttural grunts, especially during breeding season or when alarmed.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatssavanna, grassland, semi-desert
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to Africa, found in open country south of the Sahara Desert, with populations in various sub-Saharan African countries.
Identifying Featureslargest living bird, flightless, long bare neck and legs, two-toed feet, distinctive black and white plumage in males, large eyes
Description
The Ostrich is the world's largest flightless bird, characterized by its long neck, long legs, and powerful two-toed feet. It is known for its incredible speed and ability to run up to 70 km/h, primarily inhabiting open savannas and semi-arid plains.
