Meet our eccentric emus
Our emus have been part of Attwell Farm Park since 2018, and we have two of these fascinating birds roaming our paddocks. Unlike many of our other animals, the emus stay outside all year round, enjoying their space along the Paddock Walk. With their long legs, curious nature, and unique sounds, they’re always a talking point for visitors!
If you get up close, you might hear a deep, drumming noise coming from them—this is how female emus communicate! They have a special air sac in their throat that allows them to make these booming sounds, which can be heard from quite a distance.
🌿 All Year Round – Our emus don’t mind the British weather! You’ll always find them out in their paddock, exploring and keeping an eye on visitors.
🦆 Second Largest Bird in the World! – Emus are only beaten in size by their cousin, the ostrich. They can grow up to 6 feet tall!
🦆 Incredible Runners! – Despite their size, emus are incredibly fast, reaching speeds of up to 30 mph!
🦆 Dinosaur Feet! – Emus have three-toed feet with strong claws, giving them a prehistoric look and making them excellent runners.
🦆 Males are the Super Dads! – In the wild, male emus take care of the eggs, sitting on them for around 8 weeks without eating much, and then raising the chicks on their own.
🦆 They Can’t Fly! – Emus are flightless birds, but they make up for it with powerful legs that allow them to cover great distances quickly.
🦆 They Love Water! – Emus are excellent swimmers and will happily take a dip in water when they get the chance.