Why Ostrich can not Fly
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| Why Ostrich can not Fly |
Ostrich or in English is called the Ostrich is one kind of bird that can not fly. Ostrich is also a bird species with the largest size when compared with other bird species. Basically, a bird must have 2 main requirement to be able to fly in the vast heavens, these requirements include the need to have wing feathers, and also should be light-bodied.
Although the ostrich had feathered wings, but their large size and weight made him unable to fly. Ostrich has a weight of about 65 kg to 140 kg by height (Ostrich has a long neck) is about 3 meters. Therefore, Ostrich can only walk on land by relying on strong legs. Ostrich running speed can reach 70 km / h with 3 m to 5 m each step of his run. The running speed is the fastest among other bird species. Long neck may also help Ostrich to see farther so that he can avoid attacks from Predator animals that wanted to eat.
Ostrich wing also has its own function although not used to fly. When running direction of the winds, the Ostrich will stretch their wings to borrow the power of the wind in his speed. This is similar to the principle of "screens" on a sailboat. In addition, the ostrich wings are also used to protect themselves from the scorching sun, protect children and also as a weapon to frighten the enemy.
The average lifespan of Ostrich is 40 to 45 years. Ostrich eggs are eggs of the largest in the world, weighing 1.4kg and 15cm in diameter
