ostriches

Describes the physical characteristics and habits of ostriches and how these large birds are now being raised on farms across the United States.

An introduction to ostriches, including their size, diet, and everyday behavior and highlighting differences between those in the wild and those living in zoos.

Presents a side-by-side comparision of the physical characteristics, survival features, and intelligence of cheetahs and ostriches.

Tap! Tap! Tap! Crack! Using his beak, a baby bird breaks out of an egg that's nearly the size of a cantaloupe. With his spindly legs and long, thin neck, who does this adorable little baby belong to? With stunning photographs and simple text that's perfect for emergent readers, Whose Little Baby Are You? is a delightful introduction to animals and their life cycles. The little creature breaking out of his egg is an ostrich chick, and one day he will be the biggest bird around--just like his dad! As readers turn the pages, they will discover the ways in which an ostrich chick is similar to and different from its mom and dad. They will learn how the parent birds care for the chick, and see how the little bird grows, changes, and gets ready for his adult life on the grasslands of Africa.

"This book covers the life cycle, appearance, and habitat of the ostrich. Each chapter discusses an aspect of the ostrich's life, comparing the bird to a similar bird and to a very different bird."--Provided by publisher.

An illustrated introduction to ostriches.

Ostriches can grow up to 9 feet (2.75 meters) tall. They can run at speeds of up to 40 miles (65 kilometers) per hour. These engaging facts and more are waiting to be discovered in Ostriches, an Animals on the Farm book.

Simple text and photographs, shown by increasing puzzle pieces, introduce the ostrich.

Ostriches are funny-looking birds with their long legs and huge, popping eyes. But don't get too close. An ostrich's huge talons are sharp enough to kill a lion. Though these animals are increasingly raised on ranches, they're not domesticated, and should never be kept as pets. Readers will love learning about these odd, record-breaking birds.

Text and photographs look at ostriches.