Have you ever wanted to ride an ostrich? Well now you can! There are many places around the world where you can sign up for ostrich riding lessons or even just take a quick ride on an ostrich for a photo op.
Here are some of the best places to ride an ostrich:
1. Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery – Australia
This unique spot in Australia offers ostrich riding lessons as well as the chance to feed and hold baby ostriches. You can even purchase some of the eucalyptus oil that the distillery produces.
2. Ostrich Ranch – California USA
The Ostrich Ranch in California offers tours of their facilities as well as the opportunity to ride an ostrich. You can also purchase ostrich eggs and meat here.
3. Cango Wildlife Ranch – South Africa
At the Cango Wildlife Ranch in South Africa you can take a safari ride on an ostrich. You can also feed other animals such as lions tigers and giraffes.
4. Oudtshoorn ostrich farm – Oudtshoorn South Africa
This ostrich farm in South Africa offers tours as well as the chance to ride an ostrich. You can also purchase ostrich products such as eggs meat and feathers.
5. The Ostrich Farm – Thailand
The Ostrich Farm in Thailand offers the chance to ride an ostrich as well as feed and hold baby ostriches. You can also purchase ostrich products here.
What is the top speed an ostrich can run?
43 mph
How long are an ostrich’s legs?
8 feet
How many stomachs does an ostrich have?
1
How much does an ostrich weigh?
220 pounds
What is the height of an ostrich?
6-9 feet
What does an ostrich eat?
Plants and small animals
Where do ostriches live?
Africa
Can ostriches fly?
No
How long can an ostrich live?
Up to 40 years
How many eggs does an ostrich lay?
10-12
How big is an ostrich egg?
1.
5-2 pounds & 6-8 inches long
What is the incubation period for an ostrich egg?
42 days
What is the average weight of an ostrich feather?
1 ounce
What is the use of an ostrich feather?
They are used for decoration dusting and as quills for writing.
What is the scientific name for an ostrich?
Struthio camelus
