Why do you think ostriches have large eyes?

Ostriches are known for their keen vision. Their large eyes with huge photoreceptors help them spot predators quickly.

Ostriches are dependent on their eyesight to spot predators, like lions, quickly. During daytime they can identify moving objects, the size of for an adult dog for example like a Labrador, up to 3.5 km far and at night 50 metres. Standing more than 2 metres tall and with their acute eyesight ostriches have an excellent view over the grassland and bush. With their long legs and light bone structure they can escape quickly from predators, running up to 80 km per hour.

Interestingly enough ostriches can see colour. During the breeding season the males develop a red colour on their beaks and shins which will attract the females. Nothing escapes the eye of an ostrich and that makes them also very inquisitive.

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