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Ostrich: Struthionidae - Physical Characteristics, Diet, Behavior And Reproduction, Conservation Status - GEOGRAPHIC RANGE, HABITAT, OSTRICHES AND PEOPLE

GEOGRAPHIC RANGE

Ostriches are found in parts of central and southern Africa.


HABITAT

Ostriches live in dry, sandy regions of Africa, including grassland, desert, woodlands, shrubland, and savannas, flat grasslands with scattered trees and shrubs.

OSTRICHES AND PEOPLE

The documented relationship between ostriches and humans dates back 5,000 years to Mesopotamia and Egypt, where ostriches were raised for their feathers, eggs, skin, and meat. Ostriches are still used for these purposes but are raised on commercial farms in Africa, Europe, and North America. Their eggs are used both as food and for decoration.


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9 months ago

these animals are cool i wish i had one