Common Ostrich
Struthio camelus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Struthioniformes · Struthionidae
About
The common ostrich, or simply ostrich, is a species of flightless bird native to certain areas of Africa and is the largest living species of bird and thus the largest living dinosaur. The common ostrich is one of two extant species of ostriches, the only living members of the genus Struthio in the ratite group of birds. The other is the Somali ostrich, which has been recognized as a distinct species by BirdLife International since 2014, having been previously considered a distinctive subspecies of ostrich.
Fun Fact
Ostrich eyes are 5 cm in diameter — the largest of any land animal, larger than their brains — and they can sprint at 70 km/h, making them the fastest two-legged animal on Earth.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Savannas and semi-arid plains
Diet
Omnivore
Lifespan
40-45 years
Threats
- Urban Expansion
- Invasive Species