12 Simple Ostrich Facts

Here are 12 easy and fun facts about ostriches. Read them one by one!

1. Biggest bird: Ostriches are the biggest birds on Earth. They are very tall and heavy.
2. They can’t fly: Even though they are birds, ostriches cannot fly. Their wings are too small for their big bodies.
3. Long neck and legs: Ostriches have very long necks and long, strong legs that help them see and run.
4. Super fast runners: Ostriches can run very fast—about 43 miles per hour (70 km/h). That helps them escape danger.
5. Two toes: Each ostrich foot has only two toes. One toe is bigger and has a sharp claw.
6. Huge eggs: Ostrich eggs are the biggest bird eggs. One ostrich egg can weigh as much as about 24 chicken eggs!
7. They live in Africa: Ostriches live in hot places like deserts and grassy lands in Africa.
8. They eat many things: Ostriches eat plants, seeds, bugs, and sometimes small animals. They are not picky.
9. Big eyes: Ostriches have very big eyes so they can see far and spot danger quickly.
10. Different colors: Male ostriches are mostly black and white, and female ostriches are brownish or gray. This helps them hide their nests.
11. Strong kick: If an ostrich is scared, it can kick with its strong legs to protect itself. Its kick is very powerful.
12. Live together: Ostriches often live in groups called herds. Living together helps them stay safe.

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