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Common Emu
Dromaius novaehollandiae
- Not Evaluated
- Data Deficient
- Least Concern
- Near Threatened
- Vulnerable
- Endangered
- Critically Endangered
- Extinct in the Wild
- Extinct
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.
Native Range → |
Most of Austrailia |
Natural Habitat → |
Savannah forest and grassland |
Diet → |
Omnivorous, including dung |
Life Expectancy → |
5-10 years in the wild. 15-20 years in zoos |
Breeding → |
5-24 eggs from a 48-56 day incubation |
Group Name → |
Mob |
Active Hours → |
During the day |
Threats → |
Persecution |
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