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Avestruz común

Struthio camelus

Least Concern →

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

45 years

Length

2.1 m

Weight

100.0 kg

Trend

→ Stable

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About

El ave viva más grande y pesada del mundo, el avestruz común (Struthio camelus) puede medir hasta 2,8 metros de altura y pesar 156 kg, habitando sabanas y llanuras semiáridas de África. Sin capacidad de vuelo, lo compensa con poderosas patas largas capaces de propinar patadas mortales y sostener velocidades de carrera de 70 km/h —la más rápida de cualquier ave. Sus grandes ojos son los más grandes de cualquier vertebrado terrestre. Las avestruces ponen los huevos más grandes de cualquier ave viva.

Fun Facts

✨ Ostrich eggs are the largest of any living bird.
✨ Their eyes are bigger than their brains.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, and temperate coniferous forests, among 4 distinct biome types within the Indomalayan biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

🌾 Savanna 🏜️ Desert

Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (5 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Peru).

🇳🇵 Nepal 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇵🇪 Peru 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Diet & Behavior

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Omnivore

Avestruz común is classified as omnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🍽️ Omnivore

Plant ~60% Animal ~40%

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Population Trend

→ Stable

Full Taxonomy

Struthioniformes (Struthioniformes)

Species

Struthio camelus (Avestruz común)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ダチョウ

Chinese 非洲鸵鸟

Spanish Avestruz común

French Autruche d'Afrique

German Strauß

Portuguese avestruz

Russian Африканский страус

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Avestruz común?

The scientific name of Avestruz común is Struthio camelus. It belongs to the genus Struthio.

What is the conservation status of Avestruz común?

Avestruz común (Struthio camelus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is stable.

Where does Avestruz común live?

Avestruz común is found in Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (5 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Peru).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Ecuador, France, Nepal, Netherlands, Norway, Peru, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan.

What family does Avestruz común belong to?

Avestruz común (Struthio camelus) belongs to the genus Struthio, which is part of the taxonomic family Struthionidae.

What does Avestruz común eat?

Avestruz común is omnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does Avestruz común live?

Avestruz común has an average lifespan of approximately 45 years in the wild.

Is Avestruz común endangered?

No, Avestruz común (Struthio camelus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Avestruz común belong to?

Avestruz común (Struthio camelus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).