Birds of Australia
Common Name: Ostrich
Scientific Name: Struthio camelus
Ostriches were introduced from South Africa from 1869 to parts of Vic, NSW & SA for their feathers in the fashion industry, when Ostrich feathers were no longer favoured in fashion the Ostriches were let loose. Only feral populations remian, north of Port Augusta (SA) and Barham (NSW).
Male Ostrich near Barham NSW Oct 2014
Female Ostriches near Barham NSW Oct 2014
Ostrich chick near Barham NSW Oct 2014
Ostrich nest near Barham NSW Oct 2014
Ostriches near Barham NSW Jan 2014
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