Did you know that the Emu's are sitting on their eggs at the moment? An Emu usually lays between 6 - 10 eggs. It takes almost 2 months for the eggs to incubate. It is also the job of the male Emu to sit on the eggs for this period of time. He is also the chief carer of the chicks once they are hatched. An Emu nest is usually built in a small depression in the ground, and surrounded by sticks, bark and grass.
During August, it is quite a common sight to see the small, stripey chicks being led around the countryside by their father. Emu's are the second largest bird in the world and are very inquisitive animals. However, do not get too close to an Emu as they have a deadly kick and use their feet with keen accuracy to protect themselves. Stay behind them!
Check out these Emu's enjoying the fabulous season that Western Queensland is enjoying in 2010.
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