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Emus

Scientific Name

Dromaius Novaehollandiae

👀 Animal Footmark

Learn more about them below

Meet
Fun Fact!
Did you Know?!
Emus are flightless birds, but they can run up to 30 miles per hour! They also have a funny habit of swallowing rocks to help them digest their food.

Life Span

In the wild

10-20 years

at the zoo

Up to 35 years

Size

Weight

80-130 pounds

Height

5.9-6.6 feet

Diet

Omnivorous

A lot of insects and occasionally plants.

Region

Originated from Australia.

They are found in many different habitats including forests, savannas, and deserts.

Conservation Status

Least Concern (LC)

Learn more about their conservation status.

The IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Natur maintains the Red List, a global database assessing the conservation status of species. It's a vital tool for tracking endangered species and guiding conservation efforts.

in the twin valleys

Emus
Located
On Map
Visit them at Brantford Nature's Getaway

Navigate to them across our 25 acres.

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Find them in Brantford