Ostriches Giant Birds

Ostriches Giant Birds

A Very Big Bird The ostrich is the biggest bird in the world. Most ostriches are taller than the tallest people.

Ostriches have wings and feathers, but they can't fly. An ostrich can run fast and far. It is the fastest animal with two legs. It runs faster than most four-legged animals.

Eyes on the Prize Ostriches have small heads with big eyes. Their eyes are bigger than those of any other land animal.

Home, Sweet Home Most wild ostriches live in Africa. They live in small herds of ten or more birds.

Ostriches use teamwork to stay safe. Their sharp eyes and long necks help them spot danger from far away.