Ostrich

Ostriches roaming outside of Baghdad

Ostriches (Struthio camelus) are the largest, heaviest and fastest birds found on planet Earth, with a top speed at 70 km/h.

Ostriches can be found in large areas of sub-Saharan Africa, and before it went extinct in the mid-20th century a subspecies was native to the Arabian Peninsula.

History

During the 9th Century, Ostriches could be found roaming the fields surrounding the city of Baghdad.

Appearances

• Assassin's Creed: Origins (mentioned only)
• Assassin's Creed: Mirage (first appearance)