About the Somali Ostrich
The Somali Ostrich (Struthio molybdophanes) is a species of bird in the Ostriches family (Struthionidae), within the order Struthioniformes. This family contains 2 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code ostric3 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Struthioniformes |
| Family | Ostriches (Struthionidae) |
| Species | Struthio molybdophanes |
| Species Codes | ostric3, SOOS |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Somali Ostrich belong to?
The Somali Ostrich (Struthio molybdophanes) belongs to the Ostriches family (Struthionidae), in the order Struthioniformes.
What is the conservation status of the Somali Ostrich?
The Somali Ostrich is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Somali Ostrich?
The Somali Ostrich is a member of the Ostriches family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Somali Ostrich sighting?
You can log sightings of Somali Ostrich on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ostric3, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Ostriches 2 species
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