Somali Ostrich

Struthio molybdophanes

Vulnerable

The Somali Ostrich is a large flightless bird of the Horn of Africa, usually found in arid grasslands, scrub, and semi-desert. It has bluish-gray skin, especially on the neck and legs, and males show bold black-and-white plumage during the breeding season. Fun fact: Unlike flying birds with a keeled breastbone, ostriches have a flat breastbone suited to a running lifestyle.

Family

Struthionidae

Group

Ostriches

Range

Somali Ostrich Range — Horn of Africa resident range in arid grassland, scrub, and semi-desert

Population

≈ Unknown

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