12/07/2025
OSTRICH
There are two living species of ostriches—the common ostrich and the Somali ostrich. The common ostrich is native to sub-Saharan Africa, while the Somali ostrich resides in the Horn of Africa region. The ostrich lives in a variety of habitats, from hot savannahs to deserts to open woodlands.
The Somali ostrich, found in the Horn of Africa, is characterized by blue-grey legs and neck (especially in males during breeding season) and lacks the white neck ring common in other ostrich species. The common ostrich, found in other parts of Africa, generally has pinkish skin on its neck and legs and a white ring around the base of its neck
Lifespan (in wild): 30-40 years.
Weight: More than 150kg
Body length: 2.1-2.7m tall
Top speed: 70km/h