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The Ostrich is the largest living bird, native to the savannas and deserts of Africa.
It is flightless but highly adapted for running, with long legs capable of reaching speeds up to 70 km/h.
Ostriches are known for their distinctive long necks, powerful legs, and large eggs the biggest of any living bird.
Appearance
Tall, flightless bird with long neck and legs
Small head with large eyes for keen vision
Plumage varies, with males often darker and females lighter brown
In-game size: 2.5 blocks long and 2.5 blocks tall
Behavior
Neutral: Will not attack unless provoked
Moves quickly across terrain, often in small groups
May lay eggs, reflecting their real-world nesting behavior
Can deliver powerful kicks when threatened
Obtaining
Ostrich spawns naturally in savanna biomes.
Diet
Herbivore: feeds on seeds, plants, and occasional insects
Ostriches are one of the few modern animals included in Jurassic Saga, serving as a source of Ostrich Eggs needed for hatching large dinosaurs.
Ostrich Eggs are the largest eggs used in the mod, required for creatures like Tyrannosaurus, Triceratops, Parasaurolophus, and other massive dinosaurs.
Despite popular myth, ostriches don't actually bury their heads in sand when frightened this misconception comes from their habit of lying flat to avoid detection.
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