emus (dromaius novaehollandiae) in a zoo enjoying sunshine : (pix sanjiv shukla)

emu dromaius novaehollandiae family casuariidae large bird height high ratite flightless australia genus soft-feathered brown long neck leg sprint run plant insect male incubation unit group cultural icon australian coat arms indigenous mythology habitat fragmentation european explorer settlement tall vestigial wing three toes claw kick plumage shaggy appearance natural camouflage diurnal preening dust bathing gregarious vocalization courtship ground nesting nest egg