Ostriches are the largest living bird in the world. They are native to Africa and weigh between 150 and 300 pounds. Male ostriches are usually about two feet taller than females and have black feathers. Females are usually a brownish-gray color.
Ostriches can live in dry hot climates and don’t need much water to survive. They get most of the water they need from the food they eat. Ostriches eat a variety of things including insects lizards and rodents.
An ostrich needs a large amount of space to roam. In the wild ostriches live in open spaces such as deserts savannas and grasslands. They also like to have some trees or other structures to use as shelter from the sun and predators. In captivity ostriches need an enclosure that is at least 10000 square feet.
Ostriches are social birds and like to live in groups. In the wild they typically live in herds of 10 to 50 birds. In captivity they can live in smaller groups or pairs.
How big is an ostrich’s brain?
About the size of a walnut.
How many eggs does an ostrich lay in a year?
30 to 40.
What is the lifespan of an ostrich?
30 to 40 years.
How much does an ostrich weigh?
115 to 280 pounds.
What is the height of an ostrich?
6.
5 to 9 feet.
What is the average speed of an ostrich?
43 miles per hour.
What is the fastest speed an ostrich can run?
45 miles per hour.
How far can an ostrich see?
3 miles.
How long are an ostrich’s eyelashes?
3 inches.
What does an ostrich eat?
Plants fruits and insects.
How much water does an ostrich drink in a day?
4 gallons.
How many stomachs does an ostrich have?
1.
Can an ostrich fly?
No they cannot fly but they can run very fast.
Do ostriches mate for life?
Yes they do mate for life.
How much room does an ostrich need?
An ostrich needs about 12 to 15 square feet of space.
