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Ostrich Camp
Basic Information

Located

In the African Savanna

Diet

Plants and small animals

Average Height

9 feet

Average Weight

140 to 320 pounds

Max Age

40 years in the wild & 70 years in captivity

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Did you know
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Soft Feathers

Ostrich feathers are soft and fluffy, unlike the stiff feathers of most other birds, which helps them stay warm.

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Super Sight

Ostriches have large eyes, which give them excellent vision to spot predators from far away.

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The Flock

Ostriches often live in groups called flocks. They work together to protect their eggs and young.

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Fast Running

Ostriches are incredibly fast runners, reaching speeds of up to 45 miles per hour. They use their long legs to outrun predators.

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Big Eggs

Ostrich eggs are the largest of any bird species. One ostrich egg is equivalent to about 24 chicken eggs!

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Two-Toed Feet

Unlike most birds, ostriches have only two toes on each foot to help them run faster.

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