They once occupied all of Eurasia and Africa, but today can only be found on the hot arid savannas of Africa. Ostriches eat mainly vegetation, insects, fruits, seeds, and nuts, but will occasionally feed on small mammals and reptiles. A male will mate with several females, pair bonding with a dominant female. The eggs of all the females in the harem are laid in a communal nest, where both the male and female take turns incubating the clutch. The eggs, numbering 30 -50 per communal nest, incubate for 42 days.
Ostrich farming is a rapidly-growing industry.
Ostrich meat is lower in fat, calories, and cholesterol than chicken or turkey.