"I am the largest running bird in South America."
Lesser Rhea
Rhea pennata
Idiomas
Clasificación
| Clase | Aves |
| Orden | Struthioniformes |
| Peso | 20 - 25 kg |
| Longitud | 90 - 100 cm |
Estado de conservación mundial
LC Least Concern
¿Quién soy?
I am a huge running bird. Males of my species have black and white plumage, while females are brown. My powerful legs are my principal defense against enemies. I can reach speeds of up to 65 km /. I am a gregarious bird, and I usually live in groups of 5 to 50 individuals.
¿De qué me alimento?
My diet is mainly herbivorous and I eat various types of grasses, herbs, seeds, and flowers. I can occasionally eat carrion.
¿Dónde vivo?
I live in the dry and sandy regions of central and southern Africa.
Para que me conozcas mejor
Head on the ground?
Ostrich can lie on the ground with their necks extended in case of danger or threat. This particular behavior creates the myth that ostriches bury their heads in the ground when they are afraid.
