It’s no secret that ostriches are amazing creatures. Not only can they sprint up to 70 mph but they can also lay the largest eggs of any bird in the world. And according to some reports they can even do backflips.
While there’s no video evidence of an ostrich performing a backflip there are a few eyewitness accounts. In 2015 journalist371 on Quora wrote about witnessing an ostrich do a backflip while on a safari in Botswana.
“I was on a game drive in the Okavango Delta in Botswana and we came across a group of ostriches” they wrote. “One of the Ostriches ran towards our vehicle and then did a complete back flip.”
Another Quora user Tony Hollingsworth also claims to have seen an ostrich do a backflip while on safari in Africa.
“I was on Safari in Tanzania in 2009 and we came across a group of Ostriches” he wrote. “One of the Ostriches ran towards our vehicle and then did a complete back flip. It was amazing to see.”
So can ostriches really do backflips? It’s hard to say for sure but it seems like it’s possible. If you ever find yourself on a safari in Africa keep your eyes peeled for this amazing feat of acrobatics.
Can an ostrich do a backflip?
No an ostrich cannot do a backflip.
How do ostriches move?
Ostriches move by Alternately moving the left and right legs with the left leg leading.
This is commonly known as a “stride.
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What is the top speed an ostrich can run?
Ostriches can run up to 43 miles per hour.
How long are an ostrich’s legs?
An ostrich’s legs can be up to 2 meters long.
What does an ostrich eat?
Ostriches are omnivores and eat a variety of things such as plants insects reptiles and small mammals.
How much does an ostrich weigh?
Ostriches weigh between 156 and 210 pounds.
What is the lifespan of an ostrich?
The lifespan of an ostrich is anywhere between 30 and 40 years.
What is the largest bird in the world?
The largest bird in the world is the ostrich.
What is the height of an ostrich?
The height of an ostrich can be between 6 and 9 feet.
How many eggs does an ostrich lay?
Ostriches can lay up to 3 eggs at a time.
What predators do ostriches have?
The main predators of ostriches are humans lions and hyenas.
Where do ostriches live?
Ostriches are found in Africa and the Middle East.
What is the scientific name for an ostrich?
The scientific name for an ostrich is Struthio camelus.
What is the female ostrich called?
The female ostrich is called a hen.
What is the male ostrich called?
The male ostrich is called a cock.
