Emu
Dromaius novaehollandiae
Emu
Dromaius novaehollandiae
Males: 80-120 lbs
Females: ~11 lbs *heavier* than males
Males: 4.5-6.2 feet
Females: 4.5-6.2 feet
Human Care: Up to 35 years
Wild: 10-20 years
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.