The emu is the second-tallest living bird after the ostrich, its ratite relative. the emu is more than 1.5 metres (5 feet) tall and may weigh more than 45 kg (100 pounds). The emu is the sole living member of the family Dromaiidae (or Dromiceiidae) of the order Casuariiformes, which also includes the cassowaries.
Emu Chick (one week)
Emu farming began in Australia 70 years ago, and a wide range of products is manufactured from the emu. It is bred for its meat, as well as the skin for leather products. Emu oil is popular for its medicinal value.
Because young emus consume large quantities of caterpillars and grasshoppers, and adults eat burrs that entangle sheep wool, some farmers and ranchers find emus helpful. However, emus may stamp down wheat fields, eat large quantities of grain and jump over barbed wire fences.
Blonde Emu Chicks
Emus are fun, goofy and incredibly curious birds. They are the second largest bird species and originate in Australia. When standing erect with neck outstretched, a emu measures approximately 6 feet tall. Males weigh approximately 120 pounds while the female is actually larger at about 130 pounds.
Emu chicks are very social and need at least one other companion emu. Please plan on buying at least two if you are just getting started.
White Emus Chicks
The rare white emu is a resident of Australia and is the second largest bird in the world. They avoid living in dense forests and arid terrains.
Emu farming began in Australia 70 years ago, and a wide range of products is manufactured from the emu. It is bred for its meat, as well as the skin for leather products. Emu oil is popular for its medicinal value.
Because young emus consume large quantities of caterpillars and grasshoppers, and adults eat burrs that entangle sheep wool, some farmers and ranchers find emus helpful. However, emus may stamp down wheat fields, eat large quantities of grain and jump over barbed wire fence
DNA Sexed Emu Chicks
Emu farming began in Australia 70 years ago, and a wide range of products is manufactured from the emu. It is bred for its meat, as well as the skin for leather products. Emu oil is popular for its medicinal value.
Because young emus consume large quantities of caterpillars and grasshoppers, and adults eat burrs that entangle sheep wool, some farmers and ranchers find emus helpful. However, emus may stamp down wheat fields, eat large quantities of grain and jump over barbed wire fences
Adult Emus
Emu farming began in Australia 70 years ago, and a wide range of products is manufactured from the emu. It is bred for its meat, as well as the skin for leather products. Emu oil is popular for its medicinal value.
Because young emus consume large quantities of caterpillars and grasshoppers, and adults eat burrs that entangle sheep wool, some farmers and ranchers find emus helpful. However, emus may stamp down wheat fields, eat large quantities of grain and jump over barbed wire fences.
Young White Emus
Emu farming began in Australia 70 years ago, and a wide range of products is manufactured from the emu. It is bred for its meat, as well as the skin for leather products. Emu oil is popular for its medicinal value.
Because young emus consume large quantities of caterpillars and grasshoppers, and adults eat burrs that entangle sheep wool, some farmers and ranchers find emus helpful. However, emus may stamp down wheat fields, eat large quantities of grain and jump over barbed wire fences.