Emu
Dromaius Novaehollandiae
CLASS: BIRDS
Order: Struthioniformes
FAMILY: Casuariidae
GENRE: dromaius
Conservation Status:
Least Concern
HABITAT
SAVANA
DIET OMNIVOROUS
SOCIAL LIFE GregariOUS
WEIGHT
30-40 Kg
GESTATION
50-55 DAYS
6-10 EGGS
The emu is a large non-flying bird, second largest to the ostrich. It has grey feathers and very small wings for its size.
The diet of emus is omnivorous, including various fruits, sprouts, seeds, insects and other small animals, as well as droppings. It travels long distances when food is scarce.