The Ostrich does not have many enemies in nature due to the fact that they can see so well ( they can spot a predator in the long grass from very far away ; brilliant eye-sight which allows them to see objects over 2km away) and of course because of their amazing speed. Ostriches can run at speed of more than 70km per hour. Only the Cheetah can run faster than them.

Ostrich eggs can not run away though and also can’t defend itself. Many predators have been known to “steal” the eggs and for good reason since Ostrich Eggs like Chicken eggs are very nutritious.

Hyena being one who loves a good egg breakfast.

Vultures,like Hyenas, have healthy appetites.

This action photo of a Baboon running with an Ostrich Egg in his hands means that the adult male Ostrich is chasing him. Ostriches are very protective of their eggs and chicks and will not hesitate to attack you if they feel you are threatening the chicks and eggs.

Meerkats love ostrich eggs ! They will brake the egg against a rock to get it open and eat the inside.

The Jackal is the most notorious thief of Ostrich eggs on farms in our region. When visiting Safari Ostrich Farm for a guided tour you will get the opportunity to test the strength of infertile eggs by standing on them and also we will let you hold one to feel how heavy they are – one Ostrich egg weighs about 1,5kg.