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Emu

At A Glance

Icon Weight Weight: Males: 80-120 lbs; Females: ~11 lbs *heavier* than males

Icon Size Size: Males: 4.5-6.2 feet; Females: 4.5-6.2 feet

Icon Lifespan Lifespan: Human Care: Up to 35 years; Wild: 10-20 years

Icon Location Location: Australia

Fun Facts

  • Males incubate the eggs.
  • Second largest compared to ostrich.
  • Great swimmers.
  • Stride is 9 feet long when running.
  • Body contains up to 3 gallons of oil.
  • Can jump up to 7 feet.
  • Help with pollination (seed dispersal).
  • Emu eggs are dark green and shiny (like an avocado).
  • Emu are the only birds with calf muscles.

IUCN Status

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Least Concern IUCN Red Status: Least Concern

Not Evaluated IUCN Green Status: Not Evaluated

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