Ostrich

Ostrich are excellent at evading predators. They have acute hearing and eyesight and can sense predators from miles away. If an Ostrich gets into trouble with a predator, they have been known to run at speeds in excess of 40mph, making them the fastest animal on two legs!

Their legs are very powerful and kicks from an Ostrich have been known to kill Lions. Contrary to popular belief, Ostrich do not bury their heads in the sand, but when they see a predator they can’t outrun they place their head and neck close to the ground. From a distance this looks like their head is buried in the sand as their head and neck are a similar colour to the sand.

Their diet consists mainly of plants, seeds and fruits however they do eat insects as well. Because they lack teeth they swallow pebbles to grind food in their gizzard.