They are some of the slowest antelope, running only 25 miles per hour. They are very adaptable animals with the ability to live in all environments except deserts, forests, and swamps. They will put their necks close to the ground to try and hide from predators, from a distance it appears that their head is in the sand.Įland are one of the largest hooved animals in the world. It is a myth that ostriches head their heads in the sand. Ostriches have great eyesight and will often alert other animals of predators in the area. A single ostrich egg is equivalent to 24 chicken eggs! Ostriches can often be found around other grazing animals like antelope and zebras.
All the females of the group will place their eggs in the nest of the dominant female. Ostriches will live in groups of about 12 birds. The ostrich will often use their wings as rudders to help change direction quickly while running. They can run about 40 miles an hour covering 10-16 feet with a single stride. The ostrich is the largest flightless bird in the world. Africa field is home to several species including Ostrich, Eland, Bontebok, and other antelope species.
