Ostriches

by Herbert S. Zim

Book Overview

Ostriches are amazing birds. To begin with, they are one of the few birds that cannot fly. Even their anatomy is unusual, since the ostrich has no wishbone. Dr. Zim explains the unique bone structure of the ostrich and many other striking facts about this large bird, which can weigh up to 350 pounds!

The ostrich has many relatives-the extinct moas, the tiny kiwis of New Zealand, plus cassowaries, emus, rheas, and more. Did you...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1948959410
• ISBN13: 9781948959414
• Release Date: July 2021
• Publisher: Purple House Press
• Length: 66 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 6 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 5