Common Emu
Three species of Emu’s existed once but sadly two of those where hunted to extinction and we have only one single species left. The second largest bird on the planet (by height), next only to the Ostrich, and found in the woodlands of Australia, the Common Emu can weigh up to 60 kg.
IUCN Listing: Least Concern
Not at a risk of becoming extinct in the wild
Fact File
Native Range
Most of Australia
Natural Habitat
Savannah Forest and grassland
Diet
Omnivorous, including dung
Life Expectancy
In the wild: 5 to 10 years
In the zoos: 15 to 20 years
Breeding
Gestation period:
48 – 56 days. 5 – 24 eggs.
Group Name
Mob
Active Hours
During the day
Threats
Persecution
Fun Fact
Common Emus have two sets of eyelids, one for blinking and the other for keeping dust out! These extra eyelids are called nictitating membranes.