Instead of flying, ostriches are exceptional runners and can reach speeds of up to 45 miles per hour (72 kilometers per hour).
Instead of flying, ostriches are exceptional runners and can reach speeds of up to 45 miles per hour (72 kilometers per hour).
Ostrich
Ostrich
Emu
The second-largest bird in the world after the ostrich, Emus are flightless and have strong legs, which they use for running and defense.
Cassowary
Cassowary
They are known for their bright blue skin and helmet-like casques on their heads. Cassowaries are considered one of the most dangerous birds due to their powerful legs and sharp claws.
They are known for their bright blue skin and helmet-like casques on their heads. Cassowaries are considered one of the most dangerous birds due to their powerful legs and sharp claws.
Kiwi
Kiwi
They have long, slender bills and are known for their excellent sense of smell. Kiwis are primarily nocturnal and are adapted to life on the forest floor.
They have long, slender bills and are known for their excellent sense of smell. Kiwis are primarily nocturnal and are adapted to life on the forest floor.
Penguins
They are excellent swimmers and use their wings as flippers to navigate the ocean. Their wings are highly modified for underwater propulsion.
They are excellent swimmers and use their wings as flippers to navigate the ocean. Their wings are highly modified for underwater propulsion.
Kākāpō
Kākāpō
The kākāpō, also known as the night parrot or owl parrot, is a critically endangered flightless parrot native to New Zealand.
The kākāpō, also known as the night parrot or owl parrot, is a critically endangered flightless parrot native to New Zealand.
Rhea
Rhea
There are two species, the greater rhea and the lesser rhea. They have long legs and necks and are excellent runners.
There are two species, the greater rhea and the lesser rhea. They have long legs and necks and are excellent runners.
Takahe
It was once thought to be extinct but was rediscovered in the 20th century. Conservation efforts are in place to protect this rare species.
It was once thought to be extinct but was rediscovered in the 20th century. Conservation efforts are in place to protect this rare species.