Africa Field Keeper Chat
Monday, July 20, 2026Nashville Zoo
Zoo & AquariumAnimalsOutdoor
Africa field is home to several species including Ostrich, Eland, Bontebok, and other antelope species. The ostrich is the largest flightless bird in the world. They can run about 40 miles an hour covering 10-16 feet with a single stride. The ostrich will often use their wings as rudders to help change direction quickly while running. Ostriches will live in groups of about 12 birds. All the females of the group will place their eggs in the nest of the dominant female. A single ostrich egg is equ