The Moa was a large flightless bird that lived in New Zealand until the late 1400s. The Moa was a very large bird reaching heights of over 12 feet tall and weighing up to 550 pounds. The Moa was a three-toed bird with each toe having a claw that was up to 8 inches long. The Moa was a herbivore and mainly fed on leaves and stems. The Moa was a very shy bird and was seldom seen by humans. The Moa was hunted by the Maori and by the early Europeans who settled in New Zealand. The Moa was thought to be extinct by the late 1800s but there have been a few sightings of the Moa in recent years.
What is the name of the large flightless three-toed ostrich-like bird?
The bird is called an emu.
Where do emus come from?
Emus are native to Australia.
How big are emus?
On average emus are about 2 meters tall and weigh around 90 pounds.
What do emus eat?
Emus are omnivores and will eat a variety of plants and animals.
How do emus get around?
Emus can walk long distances and run fast but they cannot fly.
What is the lifespan of an emu?
Emus can live to be around 20 years old in the wild.
What is the mating season for emus?
The mating season for emus is typically from May to June.
How many eggs does an emu typically lay?
An emu can lay anywhere from 5 to 30 eggs at a time.
How long does it take for an emu egg to hatch?
It takes approximately 56 days for an emu egg to hatch.
Who takes care of the emu chicks?
Both the male and female emus take care of the chicks.
What predators do emus have?
Emus have a variety of predators including dogs dingoes foxes and eagles.
Are emus endangered?
No emus are not currently endangered.
How many emus are there in the world?
It is estimated that there are around 20 million emus in the world.
What is the primary use of emus?
The primary use of emus is for their meat and eggs.
What is the scientific name for the emu?
The scientific name for the emu is Dromaius novaehollandiae.
