Ostriches are the largest living bird species and can weigh up to 140 kg (310 lb). The ostrich is distinctive in its appearance with a long neck and legs and the ability to run at high speeds up to 70 km/h (45 mph).
The ostrich is farmed for its feathers which are used as decorative items and are also employed as feather dusters. Its skin is used for leather products and its meat is marketed commercially.
The average ostrich walks at a speed of approximately 10 km/h (6.2 mph).
How many times can an ostrich see its own reflection in a mirror?
Twice.
How fast can an ostrich run?
70 mph
How long is an ostrich’s strides?
16 feet
What is the longest recorded flight of an ostrich?
43 minutes
How many eggs does an ostrich lay?
10 per year
How much does an ostrich weigh?
150-280 pounds
What is the length of an ostrich’s neck?
3-4 feet
What percent of an ostrich’s bones are in its legs?
40%
What is the average lifespan of an ostrich?
30-40 years
What is the width of an ostrich’s eyes?
2 inches
How much air does an ostrich’s lungs hold?
12 times that of a human
What is the temperature of an ostrich’s body?
104 degrees F
What is the ostrich’s natural habitat?
Africa
What is the smallest type of ostrich?
The males of the southern African subspecies S.
australis
What is the largest type of ostrich?
The males of the north African subspecies S.
camelus
