Ostriches are interesting creatures. Most people think of them as giant birds that can’t fly. But did you know that they are actually more closely related to dinosaurs than they are to other birds? Or that they are the largest living bird in the world? And did you know that they are carnivores?
That’s right ostriches are not just herbivores as many people believe. They actually prefer meat to plants. In the wild they will eat anything they can find including small mammals lizards and even other birds. They have even been known to kill and eat humans!
So why do so many people think that ostriches are herbivores? It’s probably because of their diet in captivity. Most zoos and farms feed their ostriches a diet of mainly plants and grains. This is because it is cheaper and easier to keep them healthy this way.
However if you are ever lucky enough to see an ostrich in the wild you will quickly see that they are not shy about eating meat. So the next time someone tells you that ostriches are herbivores you can set them straight!
What is the name of the largest living bird by height?
The ostrich.
What is the name of the largest living bird by weight?
The ostrich.
What kind of animal is an ostrich?
A bird.
Where do ostriches live?
In Africa.
What is the lifespan of an ostrich?
30 to 40 years.
How fast can an ostrich run?
45 mph.
What does an ostrich eat?
Plants and animals.
How big is an ostrich egg?
15 cm.
How many eggs does an ostrich lay?
10 to 12.
How much does an ostrich weigh?
150 to 350 lbs.
What is the height of an ostrich?
7 to 9 feet.
What is the name of the group of birds that ostrich belongs to?
Struthioniformes.
What is the scientific name for ostrich?
Struthio camelus.
What is the name for a baby ostrich?
A chick.
How many toes does an ostrich have?
Two.
