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Ostriches

The ostriches (Struthionidae) are two species of large flightless bird native to Africa - Common Ostrich and Somali Ostrich.

The ostriches have long necks and legs and the ability to run at maximum speeds of about 70 km/h, the top land speed of any bird. They are the largest living species of bird and lay the largest egg of any living birds.
Common Ostrich (Struthio camelus)
Common Ostrich (Struthio camelus)
Common Ostrich (Struthio camelus)
Common Ostrich (Struthio camelus)
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