Ostrich Fun Facts On Birds For Kids

Ostriches are the largest living birds on Earth, and they're full of fun facts! Did you know that ostriches can run up to 40 miles per hour? Or that they can kick with their powerful legs with enough force to kill a lion? Keep reading to learn more fun facts about ostriches!

Ostrich: Fun Facts on Birds for Kids #20

by Michelle Hawkins

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Physical Appearance

Ostriches are the largest living birds on Earth, and they can stand up to 9 feet tall and weigh up to 350 pounds. They have long necks and legs, and their feathers are black and white. Ostriches have large, powerful wings, but they cannot fly.

Habitat

Ostriches live in Africa, and they can be found in a variety of habitats, including savannas, grasslands, and deserts. They are social animals, and they live in groups called herds.

Diet

Ostriches are omnivores, and they eat a variety of plants and animals. They eat grasses, leaves, fruits, seeds, and insects. Ostriches also eat small animals, such as rodents and lizards.

Behavior

Ostriches are very social animals, and they live in herds. They are also very curious animals, and they will often approach humans. Ostriches are known for their running speed, and they can reach speeds of up to 40 miles per hour. They are also known for their powerful kicks, and they can kick with enough force to kill a lion.

Reproduction

Ostriches are sexually reproducing animals, and they lay eggs. Female ostriches lay their eggs in a communal nest, and the eggs are incubated by both the male and female ostrich. Ostriches eggs are the largest eggs in the world, and they can weigh up to 3 pounds.

Lifespan

Ostriches can live for up to 40 years in the wild.

Ostriches are amazing creatures, and they are full of fun facts! They are the largest living birds on Earth, and they have a variety of unique adaptations that help them survive in their harsh environment. Ostriches are also very social animals, and they are often kept in captivity as pets.

Ostrich: Fun Facts on Birds for Kids #20

by Michelle Hawkins

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3326 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	37 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE