Least Concern
Masai Ostrich
Struthio camelus massaicus
About Masai Ostrich
The Masai ostrich is one of two ostrich subspecies in East Africa (the other is the Somali ostrich, found in northern Kenya). Ostriches are the world's largest living birds, standing up to 2.7 metres tall and weighing up to 150 kg. They can't fly, but can run 70 km/h and use their powerful legs as defensive weapons. A single kick can kill a lion. Ostriches are farmed across East Africa; their eggs, meat, and feathers are all valuable.
Did you know?
An ostrich egg is the largest single cell in the world; it weighs up to 2 kg.
Where to see them
Amboseli
Tsavo
Serengeti
Samburu