The Scientific name of ostrich is ‘Struthio Camelis.’ Ostrich is the biggest bird among all the bird species. They also produce the largest eggs. An adult male ostrich weighs between 63 - 130kg (140 - 290lbs) and an adult female ostrich weighs about 155kg (340lbs). Adult male ostrich feathers are black coloured, primary and caudal feathers are white coloured. Female and baby ostrich feather can be of grey or white coloured. The neck of both male and female ostriches is almost featherless.

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