Aves
LC
Least Concern
Least Concern (LC)
It is widespread or abundant and currently faces a low risk.
IUCN Red List classification
Omnivore
Common ostrich
Struthio camelus
The common ostrich is it is the largest living bird and cannot fly.
Natural habitat
Savannas, grasslands and semi-deserts.
Geographic distribution
Sub-Saharan Africa.
Diet
Plants, seeds and occasionally insects and small animals.
Key characteristics
It is the largest living bird and cannot fly.
It can run very fast on long, two-toed legs.
