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Does an ostrich hide its head in the sand?

The ostrich is a very strange bird. Many interesting things are said about him, but not all of this is true.

According to popular belief, a frightened ostrich feels more secure by hiding its head in the sand. At this time, you can easily approach and grab it.

However, no one actually observed this. Because the ostrich just doesn't do it! And the circumstance that when a bird feels in danger, it lies on the ground, stretches its neck and carefully observes, could prompt people to such an idea. But as soon as danger approaches, the ostrich does the same as other animals - jumps up and runs away!

The ostrich cannot fly, but this is offset by its ability to run fast. It can travel at a speed of 80 km/h and maintain it for at least a kilometer!

Everything about the ostrich is associated with the word "most": the fastest, the biggest, the heaviest. So, for example, not a single bird in the world can compare with the African ostrich. Some individuals reach a height of 2,5 meters and weigh more than 130 kg. Wouldn't it be quite hard work to lift such a weight on wings!

As for ostrich eggs, here he is also a champion. The egg is 15-18 cm long and 13-15 cm in diameter. To cook it for breakfast, you will need at least 40 minutes: after all, ostrich eggs are the largest in the world!

Author: Likum A.

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